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The most reserved I’ve heard them - yet still at their biggest and most inventive. It’s what I imagine Arcade Fire (at their peak)’s attempt at Soundcloud rap would sound like (I think that’s cool). That pretty little bell synth breathes new life into their unique and anthemic songwriting. It feels like a slight shift in their sound while maintaining what makes them so special and hopeful and inspiring. Shane is still on a generational run of gorgeously lyrical work that’s frightening and exciting me. Though I don’t subscribe to the c*caine reference! It’s one of the toughest, most hype songs of the year. I smell a new album in 2026. I pray my sniff is true!
Dec 31, 2025