Spoon releases one of the best executed rock albums this year
Spoon has always been a very good band, and for those that didn't know it before, they're certainly noticing it now. Spoon manages to keep it sounding fresh without completely abandoning their previous sound, crafting probably one of the few recent indie-rock records that isn't completely retro. Rather than playing a game of "sounds like..." you'll find yourself enjoying each and every track, from the dark intense moments found within such sangs as the opening "The Beast and Dragon, Adored," to nodding your head on tracks like the oddly funky "Turn My Camera On." By far the best track on here is "Sister Jack" which is a freewheeling rock track with stellar vocals and percussion that add up to three and a half minutes of perfection. Outside of the aforementioned "Sister Jack," the production and general soundscape is relatively dark and while certainly not melancholy, it does feel somewhat cryptic, which is particularly exemplified on songs like "The Infinite Pet" and "They Never Got You" which is actually recorded over a rainstorm. There really isn't a weak spot on the album, and while there's a wide range of styles and approaches throughout the album it never feels completely random and overall, the songs are organized in an excellent manner. If you're the kind of person that only holds out for the best albums each year, definitely be sure to pick this album out. While it's not a masterpiece, this is still an excellent album and should be the one that finally puts Spoon on the map permanently.
★★★★¾
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