""Love him or hate him, there is no denying that KOLS's very own Ben Barnett is the finest singer-songwriter to call PDX a home. With a level of proliferation that would give Bob Pollard a run for his money, Bridges is KOLS's seventh full-length, and hands-down his best work. True to form, Barnett still sings and yelps in frantic emotional outbursts, leaving the listerner with a voyeuristic thrill and that awkward guilt that comes with finding out too much about someone's sordid life. Rounded out by a proper band -- bassist Brian Grant and drummer Ben Gibbard, respectively -- Bridges offers up a more cohesive sound than previous recordings. Nowhere is that more evident than on ""We Are Both Writers,"" as Barnett fervently sings, ""Our lives are deer blocking the lane, we can just sit back and watch it all go up in flames, until every note, every chord, sounds the same..."". Sure it's ill-fated, over-the-top music for damaged people, but that's why it's one of the best records to see the light of day this year."" (Portland Mercury)

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BryantWhite	7/29/2025 9:12:59 PM Ben Barnett's "Bridges" appears to capture a whirlwind of emotions that resonate deeply. The notion of a "voyeuristic thrill" invokes a tantalizing sense of urgency. I remember feeling similarly while playing Slither io, where each twist and turn heightened the thrill of avoiding obstacles. The way music can evoke discomfort yet exhilaration is akin to navigating challenging game levels, where overcoming hurdles leads to triumph. This album definitely piques my interest!
VickiJackson	6/2/2025 1:47:40 AM Wow, this review makes me really curious to check out Ben Barnett's "Bridges." The description of his frantic emotional outbursts and the "voyeuristic thrill" definitely sounds intriguing. I love when music evokes a strong reaction, even if it's a bit uncomfortable. That line, "Our lives are deer blocking the lane," is already stuck in my head! It's funny how the reviewer mentions the cohesive sound – sometimes that's exactly what takes a good album and makes it great. It almost sounds like the kind of raw emotional experience you get trying to navigate a tricky level in a game like Slope Unblocked, where you're just trying to keep going despite the obstacles! Definitely adding this to my listening list.
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