A unique mix of uniformity and well-designed and orchestrated songs makes this album seamless, but just lacking something to pique my interest
This album to me symphonically can be categorized into two parts, split between the first half of the album and the second. The first half, while "experimental" and chaotic was interesting.
The instrumentals of the first half mixed between ethereal pop, alt rock, electropunk, metalcore, and dubstep. While chaotic, this was auditorily interesting, the beat selection somewhat random but fluid. However, as the album drones on, the realization becomes that Peggy is not truly ... read more
Olivia’s newest single shines with a catchy chord progression, heartfelt lyrics, and a tense outro, only hindered by a somewhat underwhelming refrain.
Drake's Ninth Album comes to us at an important time: the past few albums have been filled with unassuming, boring tracks, soulless rap performances; he is still aching for a universally successful album since IYRTITL; and foremost his loss against Kendrick still echoes through any wins Drake is able to achieve. While this album could have been a successful comeback for Drake, it hits as a melodic, empty and unfounded track-list that is filled with good beat selections but soulless rap ... read more
A pure, heartfelt expression of mental exhaustion and conflicting thoughts. You can feel the anguish and desperation as Cameron Winters sings. The stories, imagery, and true despair in the tributes is expertly done. The song is symphonically clear and fluid, a clean, expertly crafted exemplar of Indie Rock
Superb Album for a first listen to an artist I had never experienced. Sweeping auditory orchestral crescendos with vocal performances that shame many modern-day artists. Only critique is the album's sound blends together and can occasionally keep a similar tone across the album. However, that is purely a personal critique and surely the intent of the album.
The product of all this effort is an album that "sings," the vocal performances showcasing the skill of Rosalia, her ... read more