2016: THIS TOP 10 LIST GOES TO 11

摘要

Ambitious songs that channel Replacements in tone and angst. Lyrics move from willfully self-destructive to attempts at redemption and maturation with a self-awareness that sees the end goal of growing up into a real adult, but a lack of tools or ambition to get there. A classic for years to come. Glaspy is an exceptional but unassuming and understated guitar player. Chords are open, arpeggiated, and suspended, providing tension and dissonance in what are empowering hopeful indie-pop songs. Her voice weaves between sweet coffee-shop balladry to frustrated growls. Standout tracks include the title track and You and I, an incredible set of lyrics from a self-described "skinny mess" about not letting a lover fall in love with her, but rather being content with a fling. This is what feminism sounds like in 2016.