This interesting electronic band was circling my radar to glad for the chance to check them out. They open things with an atmospheric pop song that simmers in introspection. The alluring vocals of Rita Lukea, give everything a sex dripping sheen, as they jump into dark 90s techno for the second song. She grinds her hips into the dance floor for "Stamina" as she asks daddy to come over and fuck her over and over to this dark wave influenced throb. Works for me. They are not just here for your erotic delight, as Rita gets angry on "Reason to Stay," which is more industrial influenced than actual industrial music.
Imagine a world where Lady Gaga did no have a team of producers writers her songs for her and she did not give a shit about keeping up with the jones on the radio, the results might be similar to "Insignificant". Things begin to darken for "Noise," making me think of Chelsea Wolfe's more electronic output as the vocals occupy a more ghostly place, though this one has a more dancey groove than what Chelsea does. "Moment With God" moves with a more '90s alt energy.
They dance closer to the kind of brooding sonic throb that bands like Boy Harsher make on "Split". Rita's vocal range is wider, giving her the chance to add some brighter emotional colors to her delivery. "Last Laugh" has an awesome groove, making it one of the album's best songs. "Work or Shut Up" is on the more booty-shaking end of the '90s electro spectrum. "Jealousy is Lethal" has a playful melody that is more pop than not. 'Gonna Be Faster" is more like an indie pop ballad. I will give this album a 9.5; it's been in heavy rotation since I got it. If you are looking for something that is pop, but not in the pre-packaged radio radio-friendly box, with darker 90s vibes, then this album is for you as well.
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