2013-09-09
Tales of Us
Goldfrapp
By Maeve C.
A dramatic shift in tone moves the focus toward intimate, folk-inspired storytelling and lush, cinematic soundscapes. Each track functions like a short story, centered on characters that feel both mysterious and deeply human.
Orchestral elements and delicate acoustic instrumentation replace the heavy synthesizers of previous records. It is a haunting, beautiful departure that highlights the versatility of the songwriting.