Another high quality rush from Rodrigo, who seems to be right in tune with the mainstream zeitgeist. Lots of influences, lots of individual vibe and convincingly authentic personality.
My highlights are some of the peppiest: "drop dead" with its delightful refrain kick-off "one night I was bored in bed and stalked you on the internet", "stupid song" (an irresistible build up-er), "maggots for brains" (I'm not especially a fan of the poppier side of new wave but in Rodrigo's hands it bursts). "u + me = <3" (just a good time, and what a chorus) ... all four are stand outs by any measure. And after hearing the Cure vibes on last album Guts, it's fun that this one features not only a song called "the cure", and a lyrical reference to "Just Like Heaven", but also an actual duet with Robert Smith.
