Even though these guys have been around for quite a while I only recently discovered them and what a pleasure it's been. Pitchfork's Ian Cohen is infamous for being overly harsh with his reviews and has lived up to his reputation with his scathing critique of their latest album, Penny Sparkle. I have to say I fundamentally disagree with his review, it's a beautiful album.
Kazu Makino's vocals are just angelic and so wonderfully soothing; this creates an ethereal sound that floats along, wrapping you up in a dreamy electronic reverie. But not only does it do that, their music also evokes feelings of expansive open spaces filled with meloncholy and sadness.
This song is a particularly good example. So full of woe:
Oslo isn't exactly upbeat either but I tend to zone out on the lyrics on this one and just listen to the melody.
I found out today that I will not be able to make the picnic because of family issues. So disappointed that I won't get to see Blonde Redhead but there will be other gigs :) Going to continue with my online mixtape regardless.
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