"The tension starts in the first moments of the opening track, 'Ground Kiss.' It takes just 15 seconds before a lilting guitar melody is engulfed in a cloud of distortion. The first words that Llobet sings on the record consist of the equally ominous phrase 'my death has come.'"
"Tracks like 'See Thru' and 'Worship' show a shift into a higher gear. The latter, in particular, braids the bittersweet melodies of anorak-sporting vintage twee with ear-bleeding country-grunge that evokes Meat Puppets' heaviest squalls."
"Over the top of these more ragged edges, Llobet takes a pointillistic approach to lyric writing, favoring half-thoughts and dreamy images that coalesce into a picture of unsettled anxiety."
Nick Llobet's band youbet has transitioned from their DIY indie pop roots to a more intense sound, as showcased in their self-titled third album. The album features Llobet's collaboration with new member Micah Prussack and co-producer Katie Von Schleicher, allowing for a fuller exploration of their musical impulses. The opening track, 'Ground Kiss,' exemplifies this intensity with its immediate distortion. Songs like 'See Thru' and 'Worship' highlight a shift towards a heavier sound, blending bittersweet melodies with grunge influences while Llobet's lyrics reflect unsettled anxiety through dreamy imagery.
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