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As a HOMESHAKE fan, I am not enchanted with this album, nor I am disappointed. I think he stayed true to himself while exploring some new textures (cf. his recent NTS mixes). However, it lacks the "groove" that has made me pay for his concert tickets throughout the years.

While it has some bold moments, "Thank u, next" is rather flat. We feel the raw emotions have left her, while fame and flex culture have taken over. This album feels numb at times and I think itdoesn't have the spark that made "Sweetener" stand out.