Mikal Cronin: MCIII Why not go all-in on the “coming of age” storyline instead of starting with five unrelated songs before switching midstream? Read More
Top 25 Songs of 2013 25. Janelle Monáe – “Dance Apocalyptic” [Bad Boy/Wondaland] On her stellar sophomore album, The Electric Lady, Janelle Monáe calls in the musical royalty. The likes of Prince, Miguel, Solange, Esperanza Spalding and Erykah Badu lend their talents to an album that’s a start to finish listen and a triumphant breakthrough for Monáe—nowadays it’s difficult to buy a cup of coffee … Read More
Mikal Cronin: MCII [xrr rating=4.0/5]Mikal Cronin’s self-titled 2011 debut album was excellent and spontaneous, featuring some balls-out riffage and pounding drums, interrupted by bouncy garage surf-pop and even some jazz flute. It’s as if Cronin asked himself, “Have I covered all ‘70s pop stereotypes?” In comparison to his stunning follow-up, MCII, the songs felt unplanned. The excellent new album begins with “Weight,” quickly … Read More
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