'Not a Robot, But a Ghost' too introduces a variety of textures, vast percussion the likes of which he's rarely displayed, and overall a refreshing momentary departure from his predominantly organic sound. Songs like 'Effigy' still pull us back in the best way to Bird's songwriter, folk, sentimentality. 'Anonanimal' is quite possibly his most sophisticated song to date, flowing and morphing all too appropriately with more textures than we may have even thought Bird could effectively employ.

This album features a number of his best songs to date. All the while the entire album is unmistakable. The heavy guitar riffs are almost all gone instead we have a vast array of polyphony, with multiple violins played in many ways and extremely melodic guitar lines. From Mysterious Production's guitar heavy indie anthems to Armchair's beautifully varied textures, Andrew Bird goes a step further in Noble Beast, taking the best of Armchair while continuing to develop a distinctive sound. What's most fascinating about this album is observing exactly where Bird's sensibility has shifted. From Mysterious If there's one word to describe Andrew Bird's Noble Beast, it's 'unmistakable.' Out of the smoldering flame of excitement generated by Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew Bird returns here in full force, often even more thoughtful musically that his previous masterful effort. If there's one word to describe Andrew Bird's Noble Beast, it's 'unmistakable.' Out of the smoldering flame of excitement generated by Armchair Apocrypha, Andrew Bird returns here in full force, often even more thoughtful musically that his previous masterful effort. I've seen a few 'it didn't hit me immediatly' or 'it's boring' comments.noting that I'm a long time Sylvian fan.you must have patience and give this a few listens before it becomes part of your life. I love this record and think it's by far Bird's best. musically, I would say that this album would more likelt appeal to David Sylvian fans, late-era Talk Talk, or even prefab Sprout fans simply due to it's attention to detail. However, it presents itself as a laid back Bon Ivor/Iron and Wine/Decemberists record.but, it is much more. It is lush, intricate, and detailed to the extreme. I love this record An absolutely brilliant album.

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