Wednesday, October 28, 2009

REVIEW: The Xx - The Xx

8.75 out of 10

Every year UK magazine NME over hype a handful of artists. For example: Arctic Monkeys, they were selling out stadium sized arenas without even releasing a full length album yet. Pop stars seem to be more than just the new God over seas sometimes. Normally I disagree with their (NME's) picks, however, this year they have been right on the mark with The XX and The Big Pink. I really wasn't sure, and definitely not optimistic with all of the hype surrounding these bands, usually hype kills sound, but millions of listens later it's safe to same I am indeed a fan, ..A really BIG fan.

The XX are a group of brilliant/young southwest Londoners who will soon become a household name. They music they create is clear, precise, simple, captivating, and overall one of the most pleasing experiences my headphones have had all year long. Their sound could be described best as Indie R n' B mixed with minimal electronics, and an Art-Rock attitude. Some comparisons might be Junior Boys, Sade, Interpol, etc. Every melody is simple, but much like modern art, "It = something you could've done + but you didn't." Because of how tight the melodies are and on top of that enchanting vocals, toe tapping bass lines, lucid drumbeats, and impeccable production it's easy to see why I would assume them to be a household name in the future. Place this album in your media player of choice right now, if you're not impressed seek medical attention your ears are officially broken. The XX have an amazing future ahead of them and I plan on watching their every step with much anticipation.

Go buy this now, I'll buy it from you if you don't like it. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Standout Tracks: ALL, but especially Crystalised, Islands, Heart Skipped A Beat (so good), FANTASY (best use of a subdrop in a looooong time), Basic Space, Stars

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