Summary
The discussion centers around the recent album "Victory" by Madeon, highlighting its diverse sound and unexpected genre blends. The hosts express surprise at the album's depth, noting influences ranging from Brit rock to ambient and emo. They analyze several tracks, including "Car Crash Baby," which combines elements reminiscent of The Prodigy and Troye Sivan, and "Dancing on Your Grave," which features emotional vocals and a desire for a saxophone solo.
As they delve into the album's back half, they mention "Chaos Magic," which merges country rock with electronic elements, and "Enjoy," which evokes nostalgia for the early 2000s. The hosts conclude that while the album is enjoyable and contains standout tracks like "Super Platinum," it may not be one they would listen to in full again. They also tease an upcoming discussion on Fontaine's DC's new album "Dopamine Chamber," which has garnered significant attention and praise.
The conversation wraps up with a light-hearted mention of the Mariko Aoki phenomenon, a quirky psychological phenomenon where individuals feel the urge to defecate when entering bookstores, leaving listeners with a humorous note on the topic.
Show Notes
Sam's reviewing the latest album from Madeon, taking the wild ride through all the sub-genres of electronic music. Will he enjoy the trip, or will it all become a little much in the end? Relisten to "Victory" on Spotify and Apple Music. Discover more new music and hear your favourite artists with 78 Amped on Instagram and TikTok. Watch episodes on our YouTube channel and don't forget to like and subscribe.
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