After a 14-year hiatus, New York art-punk veterans Les Savy Fav have returned with 'OUI, LSF', an album that both reaffirms their unique sonic signature and pushes their boundaries into thrilling new territory. This is not an album for the faint of heart; it's a raucous, chaotic journey that demands your full attention.
From the opening track, 'Guzzle Blood', the band establishes a relentless energy, driven by Seth Jabour's angular guitar riffs and Tim Harrington's signature yelping vocals. The rhythm section, anchored by Syd Butler's pulsating basslines and Harrison Haynes' frenetic drumming, provides a solid foundation for the sonic mayhem that ensues.
One of the album's highlights is 'Limo Scene', a track that perfectly encapsulates the band's playful yet subversive spirit. It's a song that's both danceable and disorienting, with a chorus that's as catchy as it is nonsensical. The album also showcases a more introspective side, with tracks like 'Void Moon' exploring darker themes with haunting melodies and soaring backing vocals.
While some may find the album's abrasive sound and unconventional song structures challenging, it's precisely this unpredictability that makes 'OUI, LSF' so captivating. It's an album that refuses to be pigeonholed, constantly shifting and evolving throughout its 40-minute runtime.
'OUI, LSF' is a testament to Les Savy Fav's enduring creativity and their refusal to compromise their artistic vision. It's an album that will undoubtedly challenge and excite listeners, further cementing the band's status as one of the most innovative and unpredictable forces in rock music.
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