Stereolab - Instant Holograms on Metal Film

I was VERY excited about this release. I was so excited I forgot to post about it! I remembered when I put it on this morning. 

Gosh it's good when one of your favourites releases a new album after 15 years and doesn't sound shit (looking at you Pulp...sorry Jarvis). 

This sounds like classic Stereolab. Ariel Troubles is a timely critique and soundtrack to current political times. The transition on the fourth track Immortal Hands is chef's kiss. The whole album features stunning melodies, riffs, synth warbles, brass and woodwind. They are joined by Marie Merlet from Sadier’s side project Monade for the harmonies. I'd prefer this to be 1 LP however each side is its own little slice of Stereolab magic. 

Gotta say, for a band whose anti-capitalist philosophy runs deep had to chuckle that a) this is not a cheap pressing and b) they were selling Stereolab aprons, biscuit cutters, and ice cube trays on their recent May tour.

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