Wednesday, December 1, 2010

The Age of Sufjan

If you haven't listen to the Age of Adz by now, I'm legitimately concerned.  Sufjan Stevens has proved on so many levels why he is one of the most talented artists of our generation.  He has moved away from his state named albums (Michigan, Illinoise).  The Age of Adz takes on a more electronic sound, but at the same time layering those catchy melodies and harmonies we heard on Illinoise.  The lyrics in this album are superior to anything else, maybe because of his tone.  In this album, Stevens seems to take on his own sadness, and even explores his suicidal thoughts.  The result:  Incredible music.  On the track "I want to be well," the usually clean artist belts out "I'm not fucking around."  This guy is serious.  Chekc it out!  Keys tracks are "Too Much" and "I want to be well."

-E-steam

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