Declaration of Dependence

Declaration of Dependence is a wonderful record for a lot of reasons. For one, Eirik Boe is equally comfortable talking about the record's "serious ideas" and laughing about its "hi-brow Bossa Nova" moments, while his partner Erlend Oye is clearly thrilled by making "the most rhythmical pop record ever that features no percussion or drums." A captivating listen from start to finish, Declaration of Dependence is the Norwegian duo's most mature record yet, a summer breeze of a record tinged with wistful lyricism and intimate grandeur.