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Great name for this record, and a perfect descriptor for where Noah finds himself after the success of Stick Season. This album explores the disparity between who he is now and the small town Vermont origins; a struggle of imposter syndrome and self-doubts about still being who he was before. Some of these are beautiful and evocative, some feel unnecessarily sad (to me), but all of them carry that cool fall production. Beautiful album. I hoped for more love and warmth (given that he just got ... read more
At times this is indistinguishable from Ariana Grande and Sabrina Carpenter, but there are some standouts tracks that do the sound justice. I don’t mind a non-original sound as long as it’s done well and still lines up with the artist, and Madison Beer delivers something personal and enjoyable in that vein- something that also doesn’t overstay its welcome.
Absolutely gorgeous, grounding, and meditatively beautiful.
James Blake hits on some wonderfully fundamental truths that both challenge you and warm the heart. Can’t believe I haven’t listened to this guy’s work before. IT’S BEAUTIFUL!
Learning to play Trying Times on the piano to serenade my wife 100%.
This is my first shoegaze listen, and where the hell have I been? Fantastic stuff. These tracks use the misty dirtiness perfectly to encapsulate feelings of teenage angst and nostalgia. Absolute banger.
Empress, Liar, and Rain Clouds are eternal bangers.
Great writing, sweet melodies, and the girl’s voice is pure bliss. Just so lovely, peaceful, and grounded. Love this album.
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I really am awful at listening to music I don’t like, so most of my reviews will be positive. Besides, the negative reviews I would otherwise give are probably more along the lines of taste than objective quality. Music, to me, is a positive thing, and I like to keep it that way.
I am a Jesus following Christian who listens to way too much girly pop music.
I am a Jesus following Christian who listens to way too much girly pop music.
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