Arctic Monkeys new James Ford-produced album, " Suck It And See" sounds at first blush like a porno flick or Tootsie Pop commercial, but do not be deterred, the album is beautiful. The first song "She's Thunderstorms" soaks you into a beautiful melodic ballad. Lead singer Alex Turner, has a soothing sort of comforting voice throughout the album. Unlike every other Arctic Monkeys album, where the snotty British sneer was used to such great affect, (see "Whatever People Say I am, That's What I'm Not"), Alex shows he has the chops to perform a solid pop album.
Although I do love the easy-rocking songs of the back catagalog, I thoroughly enjoyed this album. I was reminded of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club meets Frank Sinatra; all the songs sound like they belonged in the climax of a beautiful movie.
My favorite songs of this record would have to be "She's Thunderstorms," "Black Treacle," and "Restless Serenade". In "Restless Serenade", Turner's voice is amazing (hence my Frank Sinatra reference). The album ends in two great songs as well. The song "Suck It And See" just defends the title with a pretty indie sound while "That's Where You're Wrong" ends with an epic explosion of piercing guitar and crashing cymbals. A beautiful end to a beautiful album.
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