Released 10/28/2013
This is a band you never know what to
expect from. Constantly evolving, they take
the listener on a journey that can be rewarding and, at times, somewhat scary. Early viewing of some of the tunes from
“Reflektor” done live had me wondering about the actual album. The Caribbean influence seemed strong and the
structure of the tunes a bit erratic. No fear.
Now that the album is here I can strongly say it’s one of the better
albums I’ve heard all year. Co-produced
by James Murphy of the former LCD Soundsystem, the production is crisp and
current. Recorded first in Louisiana,
moved to Jamaica they then joined Murphy
in the studio creating additional electronic influences and beats.
The result of all this is an album
much different than what they’ve done before yet still retaining that “Arcade
Fire thang”. Never content to stay too
static…Arcade Fire gives us another first rate album (double at that).
Now that they are an arena headlining band, I wonder where they are going next with their music? For sure it will be interesting and I want to be along for the ride...no matter how bumpy.
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