# Better Late Than Never: Cut Off Your Hand’s 08 Release You and I

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- Published: 2009-01-25T18:58:00-05:00
- Author: Max Hammer

[[Alright, so I always hated the name of this band.

That said, Cut Off Your Hands makes some great music and they’ve really gained a
following of loyal fans. Like many others, I completely missed their 2008 release,
You and I, which is strangely similar to one of the most acclaimed albums, You and
Me by The Walkmen.

So if you missed it to, it’s definitely worth checking out. A late recommendation
yes, but if you like their previous releases, you’re almost sure to like You and
I.

“Happy As Can Be” has a driving new wave type of beat rounded out with soaring choruses
and shimmering keyboards. The band’s sound is definitely pop rock that is somewhat
reminiscent of Kaiser Chiefs, especially on the song “Expectations”, which also 
has a mean electronica riff and definitely a song to get the girls dancing. Yet 
it also has a predominant rock feel to it. Check out the music video.

One of the album’s best tracks “Oh Girl” has a catchy, jangle pop sound around a
story about a guy obviously in love with a girl. I must be getting in the Valentine’s
spirit.

“Oh Girl” – Cut Off Your Hands from You and I

“Happy As Can Be” – Cut Off Your Hands from You and I

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