Destroyer - Dan's Boogie (2025)
Destroyer's 14th studio album, Dan's Boogie, released on March 28, 2025, showcases Dan Bejar's continued evolution as a songwriter, blending lush instrumentation with introspective lyricism. The album features full string arrangements and live jazz piano glissandos, creating a rich, controlled production that complements Bejar's distinctive vocals. Tracks like "The Same Thing as Nothing at All" and "Bologna," featuring Simone Schmidt, highlight the album's blend of haunting and confrontational elements. The eight-minute centerpiece, "Cataract Time," delves into themes of aging and self-reflection, culminating in a tender, intimate exploration of the world's brokenness. Critics have praised Dan's Boogie for its contemplative nature and Bejar's ability to merge familiar themes with newfound wisdom and humor.
Sources:
Pitchfork
The Guardian
Treble
Paste Magazine
Genre: Art Rock
Country: Canada
Final Verdict: 64% (Good Album)
Yearly Ranking: 116th / 269
Highlight: The Same Thing as Nothing at All
Made me think of:
The New Pornographers
Father John Misty
The War on Drugs
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