Fleet Foxes

I've tried writing about this album so many times and words always fall short.

Came to this late and wish I'd found it sooner. The way it balances experimentation with accessibility is remarkable — it never dumbs things down but it never alienates you either. Every listen reveals something I missed before. Absolutely essential.

There's not a wasted second on this record. Even the interludes and transitions feel purposeful. I've seen people debate which track is the best and the fact that there's no consensus tells you everything about how consistently excellent it is.

There's a reason this is universally acclaimed. It really is that good.

Not for me at all. I can see the craft but it does absolutely nothing for me.