Like any other indie kid I'm obsessed with MGMT and think they have such a funky unique beat that makes me want to strut. But this new "Congratulations," not necessarily what I expected.
The cover of the album deceived me because I thought it was again going to give me this postmodern 80's electronic sound that was like their previous album, but to the fifth power. No it was definitely not that and instead I thought I was listening to a beat that sounded like futuristic surfer music from the 60's. I can't hate such a great band for sounding different than their previous album, I'm all for praising individuality, but I was not expecting this.
Don't get me wrong, I like the album, in fact I loved it, but I was completely sideswiped when I heard mellow and echoing songs. I even found myself scrolling through hoping to hear something that can replace my obsession with "Electric Feel" or "Kids," but nothing could replace those hard core beats.
For a song worth downloading off the album, I recommend "It's Working." It's fun and gives that nostalgic 1960's west coast surfer vibe with a twist of hipster modernity. But anyone can go onto MGMT's official website and listen to the entire album for free.
All in all, I like this album, let's give it a 3 out of 5 stars... yeah that works.
i was obsessed with electric feel too
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