The story of Deerhoof is a long and complex one. Punctuated by band members leaving and angels arriving (Satomi – singer), audiences have nevertheless expanded as word about the wonderful complexity and energy of the Deerhoof sound has spread. **The title of their new album ‘Friend Opportunity’ is fitting as it could be described as an extended hand, a welcoming for those that may have considered Deerhoof ‘too “noise” for “pop”’. The newfound accessibility is undeniable, but who said consistent ‘listenability’ was a bad thing? Especially if none of the imagination is lost.
Friend Opportunity is out Jan 22, 2007
By Jan Bunny
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