There are also some surprising quiet tracks. On these tracks, Hot Chip pare things down and keep the instrumentation (especially the electronics) fairly light. A good example of this approach is the title track, which is driven mainly by a simple, sparse drum beat. "In The Privacy Of Our Love," the album's closing track, is another track where less is more. The song begins with simply vocals, piano, and hand claps.
Made In The Dark is a solid album that's often a lot of fun to listen to. Whether it's pulse-pounding dance, slightly goofy pop, or tender love songs, Hot Chip shifts styles easily. It's not exactly as good as their previous album, The Warning, but it comes close. Some mediocre tracks bog things down a bit. However, one of the best things about this group is how you never quite know what to expect from song to song, let alone album to album. They could go any number of routes for their next album, which will make the wait seem that much longer.
Article comments
1 - El Bicho
I missed these guys at Coachella because they started their set late and I was trying to maximize the acts I saw. I have a pal who likes them so I should try and borrow a CD
2 - Josh Hathaway
Well done, Sterfish. I might have to sample a couple tracks and see if this is up my alley. I have a troubled relationship with electronic/dance music but there is some of it I really like. I'll get on iTunes and see.