I was captivated by the album's cover for twenty minutes before starting this review. The skull design, wearing a blooming crown and emerging from flames, surrounded by foreign languages, is truly intriguing. Grimes, aka Claire Boucher, belongs to the new school of electronic dream - pop, influenced by Madonna, Bjork, and Aphex Twin. Her music offers a fresh and unique take, warping electro and synth - pop conventions into her own fantasies. Bouncy beats are paired with spacious, often pitch - shifted and delayed vocals, and strange samples add to the charm. It's an infectious pop record, great for home listening or for DJs looking for something obscure. Highlights include 'Genesis', 'Circumambient', 'Be a Body', and 'Nightmusic'. This limited - edition VMP Essentials release comes on green and magenta galaxy - colored vinyl, includes a liner note booklet and a printed inner sleeve. It was originally released in 2012 and is re - issued by 4AD in 2022.
Using this vinyl LP is easy. Just place it on your turntable, gently drop the needle on the groove, and enjoy the music. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid leaving fingerprints or dirt on it. Store the vinyl upright in a cool, dry place to prevent warping. Don't expose it to direct sunlight for long periods. When you're done listening, carefully put it back in its sleeve and the album cover to protect it. And if you notice any dust on the vinyl, use a soft anti - static brush to clean it before playing.
