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

I have never smiled so much listening to an album. There is no band in the world quite like KKB, sparkly and sweet as pure sugar, yet mature and though provoking. KKB provides a healthy, positive outlook on life, while also acknowledging with justice the true struggles of life, in particular, the school system (Graduation) among many other personal emotional burdens. With all of this weight they carry, you'd expect something more grey and slow, but no, KKB cranks the electropop and flavor ... read more

A lot of this project, while solid when taken apart does admittedly lack some diversity. That doesn't change the fact however, that when one of the songs hits, it hits hard, which was honestly about half the project. If anything, Alvvays knows how to make a banger. "Alvvays" to me was cliche in a charming matter; while emotionally it misses the mark, it draws you back in with that hazy, melodic, softness that makes you constantly wanting more. This project ends up being a rush of ... read more

All around no misses, lusciously layered, rich, experimental production and vocals. Unforgettably colorful and dazzling. Sonically, the way these tracks have been arranged pick into my brain and scratch an itch I didn't know I had, every sound is fined-tuned and clean to a level of near perfection. From a lyrical standpoint, this album is jam-packed with highlights; from the ever memorable, introspective "Savages" to the bursting, playful "Froot", Marina and the ... read more

In my opinion, this record is heavily underrated and overlooked, while clearly not as impressive as the groundbreaking "Currents", Tame Impala managed to deliver a tracklist with banger after banger after banger. While yes, some tracks do feel a little unfinished (which factoring in the long hiatus, is a little disappointing), it is fully made up for by the hits, of which there are many. Provocative, anxious, glamorous, delicate and gorgeous, "The slow rush" is so very ... read more

The poster child for the emo aesthetic. "Collide with the sky" is hardcore through and through and doesn't hold any punches either, by track two, there's no slowing down, mayhem and rage pours down and while this is honestly a bit overwhelming for me, there is that undeniable charm that comes with this explosive record. Sonically, behind that screamo persona, the melodies and percussion are actually very thoughtfully layered, bringing a blissful sentiment in the storm that ... read more

Simultaneously amazing while also making me want to take my now blood-stained headphones of and go for a nice walk to forget what I just heard. Its hard to dislike this record when it has tracks like "Break Stuff", "Nookie" and Wu-tang Clan features, if only those were the only songs on the album. A lot of this project ends up being annoying, typical, uninteresting nu metal, fronted by some... interesting songwritng, that feels misguided and filled with a messy, ugly rage ... read more

Not even going to try to defend Ye here, this is garbage. The only thing memorable about this album probably the song writing, which if I can only describe as vomit-inducing. The rest sort of mushes together into this messy, rushed, unpolished and impulsive sounding ugly blob of lazily put together noise. Ye's verses are boring at best and the features are only slightly better. Separating the art from the artist becomes very difficult when the artist blares all of his mistakes on ... read more

Going into this album, I was only looking for one thing; Funk. Immediately, the opener sealed the deal for me. Takanaka gracefully blends artistic intent with carefree, feel-good jazz to create an indescribably satisfying experience. Sonically, this is a timeless, soft and relaxing record and has opened my eyes into the world of Takanaka's music. "An insatiable high" has to be the perfect title for this album, as all throughout the tracklist, you feel lighter, like a warm ... read more

While I have to admit this album is packed with bangers, there is a noticeable lack of uniquely creative intent being shown on this project. Overall, McRae struggles to spark any originality, but that definitely doesn't mean she doesn't try. I wasn't expecting much going into this record, but I was pleasantly surprised with a good handful of memorable and fun tracks. Back to slander now, a lot of this project was sitting through some pretty mild stuff that held next to no value ... read more

A provocative and extremely captivating experience. MGMT decides to take a darker, more experimental route and I am all for it. Bass that pops and rolls like a gentle windstorm is nothing but trance-inducing and very memorable. Themes of everyday personal are littered all over this project, making it feel lyrically raw, jagged (but not to the point of discomfort) but also calm, vulnerable, playful and adventurous. To contrast the darker sentiments, sonically, the music is melodic and steady. ... read more

"Oracular Spectacular" draws out a feeling of nostalgia that I can best describe as divine. Youthful, yet aged and mature, a timeless record with multiple iconic hits. Everything broken down is so simple, yet when put all together, you get a fireworks show of sounds that casts a warm light over the moment. Hypnotizing synth and electrifying bass and guitar that'll rock you to your core and drum beats infused with the strength and vigor of the jungle hold you in an embrace of ... read more

Boring, formulaic and mindless show of songwriting from Swift. While the production is definitely decent, 1989 is way too far on the safe side and brings just about a pound of air to the table. Anything but the hits are forgettable and while I have to admit some of those hits a legit bangers, I wouldn't ever willingly pick up any of these songs ever again. Overall I felt about as satisfied by this album as I would be satisfied after a nice six-hour session of watching paint dry. ... read more

ABSOLUTE CINIMA/10. Listening to OK Computer to me every time feels like staring at a classical painting. Grand and beautiful at first sight and the deeper you look into it, the longer you let the pigments sink into you, it blossoms into a striking and intriguing, otherworldly scene of imagination that are eerily human; what I mean by this is that OK Computer jumps into themes of alienation, despair and solitude, all primal human emotions, that often solicit dread and that are foreshadowed to ... read more

HIT ME HARD AND SOFT is a transcendent roller coaster of emotion and thrill. While Eilish's signing is soft and delicate, this record doesn't fear straying from that initially heartbroken and dreamy persona it serenades you with on the opening track. To mischievous and playful (LUNCH), overflowing yet carefully composed synths that drown you in heartbreak (CHIRIO), soft spoken lonesome retrospective (WILDFLOWER), to the darker second half that feels heavy, sometimes gritty and in a ... read more

Looking at it purely with the intent of it's purpose to the film, this soundtrack is a pretty solid representation of the youthful search for self-love and friendship. Sonically, its a media-catered, samey and relatively record. While a great compliment to the movie, the standouts are few are far between. The aspect of originality is pretty dry and, surprise surprise, it's pretty easy to get sick of something overplayed and K-pop demon hunters soundtrack is no exception.

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