#24
St. Vincent | MASSEDUCTION
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According to Liz Itkowsky: “Throughout MASSEDUCTION, St. Vincent fans might notice less shredding and scaled back guitar solos, definitive on Clark’s previous albums. But in the context of a pop album, MASSEDUCTION is still rock & roll. A few tracks are noticeably pop, especially those produced by Jack Antonoff, one-third of the trio .fun who also produced much of Taylor Swift’s last album 1989....MASSEDUCTION is not perfect, but “not perfect” for St. Vincent is still miles ahead of the rest. It is a nearly flawless chamber pop album. “Fear the Future” feels slightly misplaced, with its Sleigh Bells gunshot drumbeats. “Slow Disco” is pretty and timid, but slightly forgettable on such powerful record. However, Clark’s star shines so bright it is tough to take issue with anything. Her voice is violin-like, manic with emotion. Her guitar playing is unparalleled, a Jack White/Prince composite, raised on King Crimson. St. Vincent transcends trends, but incorporates the zeitgeist, one Bowie similarity I feel comfortable allowing. It is appropriately reverential, acknowledging a rock star trait that places her in the company of the greats without overshadowing her unique voice.”
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