![]() ![]() This entry was posted in Album of the Week. Starboy has defied my own expectations for albums and woke me out of the complacency that has been so hinged on listening to singles, but singles no more. (The collaboration with Daft Punk is pure genius! We hope to see Daft Punk emerge with a global tour. Starboy also takes hints of the electronica styles from artists like Kygo, Odesza, Flume, and of course, Daft Punk. You definitely hear that vibe in a lot of songs, “I Feel It Coming” brings that out. The album plucked elements and notes from genres ranging from 80’s electronica synth, hip hop, a little R&B and even Michael Jackson. I swear I’ll love you just like the past, Cuz I know what’s pain, this is not the same” “Don’t stop your loving, it’s all I have, Cuz I can’t function, no I won’t last, You don’t have to run, I know what you’ve been through.” “You’ve been scared of love and what it did to you, The acknowledgement you hear in “I Feel It Coming” is so honest, brutal at times. The album paints vivid narratives and weaves poetic and gut wrenching honest truths about love and loss. (To those of you who played this on Spotify while you enjoyed your Valentine’s day weekend, we tip our hats to you.) Aside from the parties it fits pretty much any situation, romantic ones especially. Put this on at a house party, at the beach, dinner, and it wouldn’t piss anyone off. Break out of your cynical shell and absorb the beats. Post-election blues can be such a downer, but this album will remind you to be appreciative of new sounds, new talents, and ideas. But thank god for Canada, am I right?) The album definitely reminded me to remain opened minded. (Disclaimer: I still remain convinced 50 Shades of Grey will be the reason why we can’t have nice things. But with Starboy, you’ve created a game changer Abel Tesfaye. Sorry Weeknd, “Earned It” made me slightly judgmental and unwilling to try again.
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