Andrew Bird and the Mysterious Production of Eggs

http://blogcritics.org/music/article/andrew-bird-the-mysterious-production-of/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bf1CI0vNfq4

The review never really focuses on one thing, rather it gives short descriptions of each song occasionally referencing how it fits into the album.  I liked the review, though there is a bias to that considering I would be more inclined to like a review that I agree with.  Regardless, the review does a nice job giving a small idea of what the sound conveys to its listener, but did not quite go in depth enough to really give the full impression.  I would probably evaluate on similar criteria, only I would try to be more specific, really bringing out some of my favorite parts or ideas in the album.  Possibly my favorite thing about the review though is that it does not ignore the short untitled pieces on the album (registered on iTunes as /=/ and /=/=/).  Though they do not seem of great importance, I think they give a better idea of the sound and style of Bird, in addition to his musical foundation. In the briefness of the review, the it also fails to go far into detail of the lyrical style, which consists of a surprising amount of scientific references and other metaphors while keeping just a small bit of a folk feel to it.  My other favorite thing about the album is that it seldom relies on visceral instruments such as drum and bass to keep the song interesting, but focuses more on the various melodies produced by Bird's ability to whistle and play numerous instruments.  It gives a gentler (more sophisticated?) sound without being boring due to the intricate melodies and uncommon sounds of whistling and glockenspiel which are trademarks of Andrew Bird's sound.  Though I just found out Radiohead just released their new album... might have to re-do this after listening.