Congrats (2016) - Holy Fuck

 

Released on May 27, 2016, Congrats is the fourth studio album by Canadian electronica band Holy Fuck. After a six-year hiatus following their 2010 album Latin, the band returned with a record that showcases their signature blend of electronic experimentation and live instrumentation.

Tracklist

  1. Chimes Broken
  2. Tom Tom
  3. Shivering
  4. Xed Eyes
  5. Neon Dad
  6. House of Glass
  7. Sabbatics
  8. Shimmring
  9. Acidic
  10. Caught Up

The album opens with "Chimes Broken," setting a tone of rhythmic intensity and intricate electronic textures. Tracks like "Tom Tom" and "Xed Eyes" highlight the band's ability to fuse pulsating beats with experimental soundscapes, creating a dynamic listening experience. "Neon Dad" and "House of Glass" further exemplify their knack for blending organic and synthetic elements, resulting in a sound that's both raw and polished.

Critical reception for Congrats was generally positive. DIY Magazine praised the album for its confident return, noting that despite the band's six-year absence, they came back with "such swagger, with such self-assurance." Drowned In Sound described the album as a "perfect crossroads between all their disparate elements, finely tuned and full of vigour."  However, Pitchfork offered a more mixed review, suggesting that while the album is diverse, it "never seems to build on itself," lacking a definitive peak.

Overall, Congrats stands as a testament to Holy Fuck's innovative approach to electronic music, blending live instrumentation with electronic elements to craft a sound that's distinctly their own.

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