One thing Tyler does extremely well on his projects is identity. Not only does he literally create unique characters we follow during each new record, each album has a unique sound and vibe to it. When it comes to "CHROMAKOPIA", it is electrifyingly energetic as it searches for it's own identity that seems to have been stolen by Tyler's experiences, or lack thereof in life. As for the songs themselves, it's still Tyler we know and love. Boyish and full of attitude, but ... read more
Gut-wrenchingly soaked in pain and trauma. If anything, "Mr. Morale and the Big Steppers" is without a doubt the most real Duckworth has ever been on a record. Maybe it isn't a perfect album, maybe it isn't as sonically or thematically brilliant as TPAB or as brilliant a story as GKMC, but Mr. Morale carries this immeasurable emotional weight that has grown so morbidly large, seeing it cast off during the climax of the tracklist (Mirror) is cathartic to a degree I've ... read more
Made me feel like chugging four beers and going 80 in a school zone. Jane Remover does not play around when it comes to production, its turn up or die the whole ride through and once you're in, there's no going back. Rage has always been special to me, while yes it is comically overstimulating, sometimes that's just what I need to get absorbed into the music. Other times it cooks and sears my ears well done. Luckily for me, "Revengeseekerz" ended up being the former. ... read more
One of the greatest shots in the dark in music history. To say Daft Punk were ahead of their time is an understatement. Even now, they have proven their staying power and innovativeness time and time again with countless timeless tracks and records. "Random Access Memories" ties itself neatly together with a pretty bow and doesn't think twice to shatter any expectations about the digital age of music. Grand and full of boldness, this record is a masterclass in working with ... read more
Solid and accomplishes that gritty feeling that I assume the Black Keys were attempting to emulate. While I do find that sonically this project is very interesting, all together, "Brothers" feels dull and repetitive. Not bad per say, just not very provocative in any way, especially in the landscape of psychedelic rock.
Highlights: Never gonna give you up
Lowlights: Howlin' for you, Sinister kid, The go getter