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I just finished listening to Ethel cain's new album, and to be honest it was a bit of a let down in my opinion. I thought that the lack of vocals on a lot of songs was disappointing. The "ominous and heavy" atmosphere that she intended to weave throughout this album wasn't coming across as is to me. I found it a bit plain. And the fact that a lot of the tracks are over 10 minutes makes it a bit off putting. I don't think that I'll reach out for this album frequently. Nevertheless, I liked listening to it as it felt like an "experience", but I'm not sure that I'll listen to it like her other songs in her body of work (growing pains <3).
I'd love to know what other people think of her new album!
Jan 8, 2025
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First listen, unfortunately sounds like such a Disney film soundtrack, overly bright and expectedly theatrical. gonna give it another listen and share thoughts in the comments but safe to say I miss Isaac Wood's presence so much :/
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Seven years ago The Ophelias made Always, the prettiest indie album ever.
This new album, produced by Julien Baker, isnāt so pretty. The instruments are turned up and chaotic. Spencer Peppetās vocals can be difficult to find in that loud mix when first listening, but theyāre there and theyāre urgent. Her lyrics are like poems with choruses. They arenāt always the most rhythmic or musical, like itās more important to get her thoughts out than to craft a perfect verse.
Theyāve tagged this album as āmermaid rockā and ānature punkā and I think youāll see that those are fitting descriptions!
Cumulonimbus is a good song to start with. Salome is a banger!
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