#2020 MUSIC

[mtvscreengrabs]

Not Like Us - Kendrick Lamar (2024)

[jackslesbiansubconcious]

the Penelope Scott to Sidney Gish to Phoebe Bridgers Pipeline is one the few will understand, but those who do are real ones fr fr.

Any Sidney Gish fans in the chat?

A side effect of this pipeline is permanent gayness.

[i-look-like-my-mother]

Taylor Swift Zodiacs Part 8: folklore

Aries: mirrorball & mad woman

Taurus: this is me trying

Gemini: betty & illicit affairs

Cancer: my tears ricochet

Leo: the last great american dynasty

Virgo: august & the lakes

Libra: the 1 & exile

Scorpio: invisible string

Sagittarius: hoax

Capricorn: cardigan

Aquarius: seven & epiphany

Pisces: peace

[papersoupz]

I'm giving into the urges, that's right, I'm listening to mother mother, dumb dumb, maybe Penelope Scott, maybe even sodiken, and I would say tally hall, miracle musical, and lemon demon but I already listen to those. Also no alien blues because that sparks a deep feeling of loneliness and sadness within me, that song genuinely makes me feel awful.

[posthumanwanderings]

Glacci - Air (breaks, 2020)

[sky-like-dreams]

Stayin' still, eyes closed

Let the world just pass me by

Pain pills, nice clothes

If I fall I think I'll fly

[lizard-spams-your-dash-too]

[musictyme]

Summer Walker, No1- Noah- White Tee

[camerongrn]

chromatica - lady gaga

lady gaga's sixth studio album 'chromatica' marked her return to her dance-pop roots after the failure that was joanne. this album, released in 2020, follows the formulae set up by early 1990s house and dance music, taking clear inspiration from ballroom cultures. this concept-driven record adopts this persona of an otherworldly cyberpunk-like setting; chromatica, a distant planet where people come together through dance. the tracks really impersonate this theming, all being dance-focused with this playful and colourful sound. this concept-driven album feels like the perfect evolution for a legacy artist such as gaga.

if i could use one word to describe the themes explored in this album, it would have to be 'fun'; it is such a healing album. although gaga discussing pain and suffering throughout the album, it is always turned on its head in a positive manner. gaga's attitude on this record is that of someone who wants to make others happy, she explores these ideas of inner struggle and failure set to dance beats. despite her suffering, gaga uses pop as an antidepressant on this album, and i really applaud that. the instrumentals really back up this narrative. synth. synth, synth, and even MORE synth. synthesisers are the main voice for this album, they appear to do all the talking. bloodpop uses these bright melodies to provide a perfect backdrop to gaga's voice, they blend together amazingly. gaga really thrives in these dance-pop albums. i have to also give props to this albums interludes, they are AMAZING and really help to build this world of 'chromatica'.

my favourite track will always be 'babylon', THE album closer. this track discussing gaga's public perception, dismissing the gossip, really encapsulates the albums overall sound. its this playful nod to grace jones and the b52s all while doing its own thing. the piano, the sax, the chants; they all create this movie-ending scene of dance and party despite worries, chromatica to a T. the wordplay in babylon is also incredible: "talk it out, babble on/battle for your life, babylon". despite being a infectious dance track, babylon is also a unique demonstration of gaga's underrated lyricism.

overall, 'chromatica' is definitely a part of my top 3 gaga albums. what is there not to love? gaga returns to her roots with this album after her frequent detours during the late 2010s, coming back with an addictive play on house and dance music. moreover, the concept of this album is so interesting, it's a shame she didn't get to explore it more due to covid. however, this is by far one of the 2020s more defining albums, with the era still going on today with the announcement of her chromatica ball film. nonetheless, chromatica is a great addition to gaga's catalogue and a must listen.

favourite track: babylon

least favourite track: 1000 doves

spotify link: Chromatica - Album by Lady Gaga | Spotify

★★★★★ 5/5

[warznymph]

I Disagree - Poppy (2020)

[plakatierenverboten]

Tamar Aphek: Crossbow

[2020sjukeboxjj]

2020 Anna Erhard - Short Cut

[just-a-little-fangirl-love]

A little bit jazzy (as the name suggests). A little bit electro. A little bit soft rock. In classic Dreamcatcher fashion, the song blends genres to create a distinct soundscape to back up their absolutely gorgeous vocals.

Beautiful love song. Actually, this song would make a great wedding song, if that's what you're looking for. It's so soft and sentimental.

[partymusik]

Felix Jaehn & Vize feat. Miss Li - Close Your Eyes (2020)