Arctic Monkeys – Suck It And See

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Artist: Arctic Monkeys

Title: Suck It And See

Year: 2011

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Tracklist

  • 1. She's Thunderstorms (3:54)
  • 2. Black Treacle (3:37)
  • 3. Brick By Brick (2:59)
  • 4. The Hellcat Spangled Shalalala (3:00)
  • 5. Don't Sit Down 'Cause I've Moved Your Chair (3:03)
  • 6. Library Pictures (2:22)
  • 7. All My Own Stunts (3:52)
  • 8. Reckless Serenade (2:42)
  • 9. Piledriver Waltz (3:23)
  • 10. Love is a Laserquest (3:11)
  • 11. Suck It and See (3:45)
  • 12. That's Where You're Wrong (4:16)

Review

'Suck It and See' presents an intriguing evolution in Arctic Monkeys' sonic journey - a deliberate pivot from the shadowy experimentation of 'Humbug' toward something more luminous and hopeful. Alex Turner's lyrics on this fourth album shimmer with cinematic allusions and distinctly British turns of phrase, creating emotional portraits that feel like vintage photographs dipped in modern ink. The album waltzes through various styles with elegant confidence, from the jangling indie strums of 'The Hellcat Spangled Shalalala' to the country-rock tinged melancholy of 'Love Is a Laserquest.'

This 2011 release might not have garnered the same fervent reception as other entries in their catalog, but there's something wonderfully nostalgic about its carefully constructed melodies. The band's musical dexterity shines through as they seamlessly blend psychedelic pop sensibilities with classic rock foundations, creating something that feels both familiar and fresh. Songs like 'Piledriver Waltz' demonstrate Turner's exceptional talent for weaving narratives that dance between heartbreak and romance with unusual eloquence. 'Suck It and See' functions as an important bridge in their artistic development - not just a stellar album in its own right, but a fascinating signpost pointing toward their future musical directions. - Harper

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