The tracks making up 123 were recorded in Animal Collective's church-studio in 2010, and brought to fruition more than a decade later. I haven't listened to Annie's previous releases from the 2000s, but this is quite impressive.
The album is consistent from start to finish. Catchy dream/twee pop is filtered through a seriously psychedelic funnel, courtesy of AnCo's trademark distorted, echo/arpeggio-laden production. "A Certain Way" is a particular highlight, and "Warmth" ... read more
Dylan's best late-period album. Almost every track is goosebump-inducing, much like his 60's work.