One of the first
albums Chloe ever bought, and certainly one that I've always enjoyed, but
hadn't heard in a while.
Any album with such
well-known bangers as Firestarter, Breathe, and Smack my Bitch Up is always
going to be known as a bit of a party album. However, it is the depth and
complexity of the material that is so impressive, given that these songs have
not only stood the test of time, but reveal subtle elements upon repeated
listens. For example, the use of the phase effect on Smack my Bitch Up really
adds further dynamism to such a lively track.
Diesel Power was a
track that split us, with Chloe loving it, and me finding it a bit predictable.
There are few other weak points, however, with tracks like Narayan having a
lovely chord progression, and Mindfields always reminding me of that jaw-dropping
first viewing of the Matrix. There is a level of variety to the album that I
had not originally appreciated, and certainly one that few other dance albums
can approach.
I enjoyed the album
even more than I'd anticipated. Whilst it is not flawless, it rarely failed to
put a spring in my step, and a smile on my face. It is the sort of album that
anyone from my generation will have a soft-spot for, and and that is absolutely
deserved given the quality shown throughout.
Chloe's album
rating: 8
Chloe's favourite
track: 3. Diesel Power
Olly's album rating:
8
Olly's favourite
track: 1. Smack my Bitch Up
Next week we have
992. 21 by Adele.
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