Beck - Gamma Ray
admin on Jul 9th 2008
[audio http://www.seewhatyouhear.com/02 Gamma Ray.mp3]
Beck - Gamma Ray
I had almost given up on Beck. I’ve always felt that Sea Change was the album of his career, that it not only showcased his songwriting abilities but underlined what he is capable of when his music gains a focus. Since then, however, every album has been billed as “a return of the Beck we all know and love,” but instead merely offer a collection of ADHD-driven tracks where he faffs about, distractedly tinkering with a combination of cruising beats and forgettable ideas.
So when the press campaign behind the new release began on the same note, I was wary. Thankfully, Modern Guilt sees Beck unearth an enjoyable consistent album of ’60s-style pop tunes under the guidance of Danger Mouse’s stylish production. It’s still fun and strut-wrothy, but it actually feels like a concentrated effort to create an album that won’t just be forgotten about next year.
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I agree with you and have also found a renewed interest in Beck through this album. There’s a great article in the NY Times about making the record with Danger Mouse.
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/07/06/arts/music/06dave.html?_r=1&scp=2&sq=beck&st=cse&oref=slogin
I find I’m liking most of the stuff Danger Mouse is producing these days!