For the most part, I find Modest Mouse annoying. It is rough because people keep recommending them to me, and they do fall under the "Indie Rock" genre I love so much. I am also such a music slut that I rarely hear music I actively dislike. I think it might be the voice of Isaac Brock. Or perhaps not his voice, but the his singing style.

I say this and yet I love this song. I heard it a dozen times before even recognizing it as Modest Mouse. Perhaps I just like Modest Mouse when they are least like themselves? Perhaps I should give them another chance?

I had a similar experience with Dave Matthews Band. I couldn't stand them at first, but over time they have become more palatable.

Song Recommendations

If you like this song, I also suggest:

• Death Cab For Cutie
• The Shins
• Vampire Weekend

I also suggest the music genre:

• Space Rock

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Modest Mouse - We Were Dead Before the Ship Even Sank