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Largely on the back of its instrumentation and J. Tillman’s voice, ‘Fear Fun’ feels lighter and less fatalistic than everything else he would do later.
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Unfortunately, for all of its critical and artistic accolades, the duo’s first (and only) major-label LP was not a commercial success. But discerning heads recognize the album’s enduring genius.
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As with all great concept albums, Lifesavas’ second LP creates a unique world on record that sounds fully realized, with all of the moving parts coming together to create a singular listening experience.
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Though greater commercial success would come his way, his debut effort represents the clearest representation of Cee-Lo Green’s many talents.
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MJB’s terrific third album found her holding true to her core fan base while managing to fully cross over to the promised land of mainstream mass appeal.
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Where its precursor ‘Disintegration’ deliberately delves into dark atmosphere, ‘Wish’ wanders freely—even ferociously—entreating vibrancy and play.
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