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"Biffy Clyro's tenth album, “Futique,” is less surprising than their previous releases."
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Four years after the compelling “The Myth Of The Happily Ever After” and a break for its singer, Biffy Clyro makes its big comeback with the release of its tenth studio album, “Futique.” Each release from the Scottish trio automatically raises the question: will we find sophisticated, experimental rock, raw, energetic rock with moments of great sensitivity, a return to their punk roots, or a combination of all these elements?
“Futique” follows directly in the footsteps of its predecessor. On the opening track, 'A Little Love', nervously hammered piano notes give way to flamboyant orchestration, over which the guitars and rhythm section carve their grooves. The Scots are not lacking in energy, and the listener is often swept away by a maelstrom of emotions. Simon Neil's vocals are as clear, aggressive, or sensitive as ever. “Shot One” is an undeniable success, an untamable pop rock track punctuated by nervous verses and unifying choruses. In a different vein, the rocket launcher 'Friendshipping' hits the mark.
After such a long hiatus from their idols, fans' expectations are sky-high. Biffy Clyro certainly has nothing left to prove, having reached the milestone of their tenth album. It's a pleasure to listen to, and we're delighted to see the trio back in the spotlight. However, this break seems to have made the band a bit homebody, looking mainly to the past and somewhat putting themselves on autopilot. It's a shame not to enjoy an experimental track in the vein of “Slurpy, Slurpy, Sleep, Sleep,” with the trio belatedly opening a door in the last thirty seconds of the final track. Let's note a huge lapse in taste with 'Goodbye', a track that floods us with saccharine tears, copious amounts of marshmallow, and a rather annoying vocal leitmotif—a title that would have been more suited to James Blunt. In this vein, the Scots are much more convincing with “A Thousand One” or “Woe Is Me Wow Is You.”
Biffy Clyro's return to the studio was eagerly awaited. The quality and energy are there, and the listener has a good time, but the audacity and surprises that once set the Scots alight seem less present here. Is this a transitional album? Only time will tell...
- Official website
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TRACK LISTING:
01. A Little Love
02. Hunting Season
03. Shot One
 04. True Believer
05. Goodbye
06. Friendshipping
07. Woe Is Me, Wow Is You
08. It's Chemical!
09. A Thousand And One
10. Dearest Amygdala
11. Two People In Love
LINEUP:
Ben Johnston: Batterie
James Johnston: Guitares
Simon Neil: Chant / Guitares
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