bougy-ougy
Not the masterpiece it has the reputation as but still damn solid.
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Not the masterpiece it has the reputation as but still damn solid.
I am newly familiar with this album, being introduced to it with the 2024 reissue. I have only really grown to appreciate the Velvets with this project, despite loving the debut since I fell in love with it during my college years 30 years ago. This is a different beast all together, almost too clever in its literary nature, just look at the song titles for god's sake, but offers narrative songs worthy of the pretension. Cale's grasping of classical music goes beyond mere prog rock or chamber pop. These are complex compositions that seem simpler than they are. He uses textures and chords in interesting ways and to great effect. It is an album I am sure to revisit.