"Under the guidance of producer Joe Chiccarelli, the song begins with "I wanna move away from those who stare at screens all day," which is actually the type of curmudgeonly line we want from Morrissey. Featuring shimmering keys from Camila Grey, the track sounds like a throwback to the city-at-night soundscapes that haunt Smiths songs such as "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out.""
"The intense "Many Icebergs Ago" may sound too stark at first, but if you pay close attention you can hear Morrissey writing his own version of "September of My Years." Morrissey also takes some sonic risks here and pushes his songwriting in new directions. "The Night Pop Dropped" is an interesting foray into funk, for example."
"After years in the wilderness without a label willing to take a chance on the controversial singer, and one shelved album later, Morrissey isn't less filled with grievance than before. Still, it's impossible to deny that songs like opening track, "You're Right, It's Time," are effective."
Make-Up Is a Lie marks Morrissey's return after six years without label support, released March 6 on Sire. Producer Joe Chiccarelli guides the album, which balances withering rock songs with emotionally resonant moments. Opening track "You're Right, It's Time" establishes the album's strength with curmudgeonly lyrics and shimmering keys reminiscent of classic Smiths soundscapes. The title track and closing "The Monsters of Pig Alley" showcase Morrissey's ability to blend melancholic beauty with pop sensibilities. Songs like "Many Icebergs Ago" reveal deeper layers upon repeated listening, while "The Night Pop Dropped" demonstrates sonic risks and new songwriting directions. Despite some cringeworthy moments, the album showcases Morrissey's continued vocal strength and willingness to experiment.
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