Noise du Jour: “Coffee” by Aesop Rock (Featuring John Darnielle)
Posted by Ross Rosenberg
Just in time for Halloween comes the schlocky and over-the-top video for Aesop Rock’s “Coffee”, from the album None Shall Pass. I’m a big fan of Aesop Rock’s earlier work but his most recent efforts have been less than stellar (I’m looking at you Bazooka Tooth). However his newest, while not up to the standards of, say, Labor Days, was enjoyable with this track in particular being a highlight.
Aesop Rock ft. John Darnielle “Coffee”directed by Ace Norton [YouTube] : stereogum
Categories: Noise du Jour, Zombies
Posted at 2:08 pm on October 31, 2007
10 Comments -
I was going to suggest None Shall Pass as a NDJ, as the animation in the video is absolutely lovely, but this one is clearly more appropriate for today!
Also, I really must check out some of his older albums, as I’m madly in love with this one and having trouble imagining it much better.
Comment by chesh — October 31, 2007 @ 3:24 pm
Labor Days is one of my favorite hip-hop albums. Both Float and Appleseed are excellent as well. You will not be disappointed.
Comment by Ross Rosenberg — October 31, 2007 @ 3:30 pm
John Darnielle should definitely be featured in more hip hop.
Comment by gsus — October 31, 2007 @ 3:49 pm
Great video, perfect for today! Thanks for sharing!
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Comment by swany — October 31, 2007 @ 3:57 pm
I admit I only watched it for John Darnielle, but came away pleased all around.
Comment by Middle Brow — October 31, 2007 @ 5:24 pm
Wee!
Comment by Kouroth — October 31, 2007 @ 8:52 pm
Labor Days is also an all time favorite of mine and I totally agree with you on Bazooka Tooth, which is why None Shall Pass caught me totally by surprise. I got a hold of it a few days ago and have been listening to it non-stop since.
Comment by Bill — November 1, 2007 @ 6:08 am
I read Darnielle’s name when I first got the album and didn’t recognize it. Upon hearing the song, though, my girlfriend asked “Hey, isn’t this the guy from The Mountain Goats?” Sure enough…
So my question to those of you who are more well versed in the man’s catalog then I: what are your recommendations?
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