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Puttin’ On the Blitz


Yeah Yeah Yeahs – It’s Blitz!

New York trio the Yeah Yeah Yeahs adopt a Dreamlike, electronic sound on their latest album which although occasionally enticing, is a far cry from their angsty sound of yesteryear. The addition of synths and lessening of guitars is fun experiment with dance music, but as I listen to the ballady, power pop of It’s Blitz, I can’t help but yearn for the guitar driven rock that used to define this band.

It’s Blitz still has a few standouts that I find even out the experience. Leadoff single “Zero” took some time to grow on me, but I’ve slowly come to appreciate it’s simple melody and driving techno beat. “Heads Will Roll” is another single friendly track, but not long after that my ears begin to wander. My interest returns with the surprisingly funky “Dragon Queen”, but it’s lost not long after.

My main problem with It’s Blitz is the melodies or lack thereof. The songs don’t feel as inspired or memorable as previous Yeah Yeah Yeah. The group’s first album felt brimming with inspiration and youthful energy. It’s Blitz feels like another day at the office. I got the last Yeah Yeah Yeahs’ E.P. Is Is last year and even on that the group was producing more exciting compositions than on this album.

I felt alienated by the new sound of It’s Blitz, though I can’t deny the three tracks that I enjoy and a few other memorable moments. In the end I think the path taken was an intriguing venture, but in the future I’d prefer this group get back to basics.

Favorite Tracks: “Dragon Queen”, “Heads Will Roll”, “Zero”

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