John Maus: We Must Become the Pitiless Censors of Ourselves(2011) (Pop)

Misty, hazy, perfect music for a late walk to ponder your finite existence without having to think too much. Mr.Maus creates hip yet groovy tunes, vocals covered in reverb making him sound like a detached deity bellowing strange simple yet esoteric phrases(AND THE RAIN CAME DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN) that can be interpreted as duly profound or completely trite. It's worth listening to for those who can handle the aesthetic and the vagueness.

Best Tracks: Quantum Leap*, ...And the Rain, Hey Moon*, Keep Pushing On, The Crucifix, Cop Killer

B+


Night Walk Vibes/Dreamwave/Synth-Pop