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Album Review: Goldfrapp - Head First
by Victoria Gonzalez

It's
been 10 years since Goldfrapp's debut and there is no question the electro duo
has inspired current pop artists and spurred countless imitations. Goldfrapp
diverged from their dance feel with 2008's folky Seventh Tree, but have
returned and shaped Head First into an album soaked with an 80's and
optimistic pop feel. Rocket and Believer are two tracks guaranteed
to pick up considerable hype, yet I can't help but feel this album lacks the
attitude associated with Goldfrapp's last retro-dancey album, "Super nature."
The album is fun at first and pulls you in, but, eventually reveals it lacks an
element and is tuned out to background noise. Nonetheless, this upbeat
electro-pop record reflects the musical shifts that have been seen in each of
their previous releases and displays a friendly collection of tracks that have
commercial potential with its musical hooks. Alison's vocals are superb as her
voice graces the beats and surrounds you with substance. Voice thing is
the only track out of place and suggests the inevitable shift Goldfrapp will
take musically and artistically. I hope their next effort fills the void this
album leaves.
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