Ferret, I'm glad this was brought up, I was only thinking about it too recently. Im a self confessed KTF and TD lover.
I think the These Days album is a very very significant moment in the bands career. Right from Hey God to the end, theres a mix of moods and emotions I honestly have never heard on another album by anyone else. Musically, they explored such different harmonies, styles and sounds.
Take it's hard (Letting You Go). Soft synth backing, 2 voices in the mix, acoustic guitar, and simple percussion, with an occasional string section. A largely empty song by popular music standards, but the dynamic contrasts and song structure make it so dramatic. No way would they take such risks now.
Live: what can you say? So tight, and all at their peak. Takes some beating.
In 2010? I think they have lost sight slightly. To be honest its been dwindling since These Days with slight resurgence in early-mid 00's. 15 years ago I'd have paid £400 for 2 tickets to sit at the front of an arena to watch them play... I dunno now.
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