Came for Trench 2, got something else. I feel so confused why this band seemingly can't escape the shadow of their best record but alas, here we are.
When I saw Numb on the tracklist, I thought it was going to be a new version of her 2018 track of the same name, or at worst a re-release of the track. I was very shocked to hear a Linkin Park cover.
I was pretty disappointed with this record overall. The only song that really clicked with me was My Mirror, and even then if this song was on a previous project of hers, it wouldn't be the highlight track like it is here.
Caroline didn't hold back on this record and it shows. I really like this darker and more vulnerable sound from here. This authenticity contrasts interestingly with her last album which felt over-glamourous in a good way. I didn't feel like the interludes added a ton, and I wasn't really feeling The Doldrums or The Kiss, but the highlights outshined the low points by a ton. Miami, Everywhere I go..., And Love Song For Myself were definitely the brightest of the bright spots.