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Originally posted by eli's_rhythm
Please tell me more... I get that it's less hooky than Oracular Spectacular and more trippy or something, but is it really listenable? Is it more than just an exercise in abstract artistry? Is it fun? Because that's what I want!
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There are some fun moments (most notably "Something's Missing") but to be honest for the most part it seems to be about them validating themselves as true musicians. I think people doubted their seriousness with "Oracular Spectacular" and this album puts those doubts to rest. They are still as electronic as they were, just not as concerned about a "verse-chorus-verse" structure with the new songs.
Hope this helps!
And everyone should listen to She & Him's new CD. It's beautiful music.