Mitski

Retired from Sad, New Career in Business

I feel as this is a better, more realised and focused version of her debut. Glorious vocals, piano and strings.

mitski's sophomore effort still showcases her artistry very well, but it really isn't as engaging as lush was. "shame" is a standout track though.

Balletic and poetic. A relentless, dark, moving record smart enough to offer moments of hope, compassion, and both musical and aesthetic total bliss.

Retired From Sad is Mitski's least explosive record, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. It's a puzzling journey through different sounds that all come together to form a beautiful, if minimalistic, whole. 80/100