Poliça Madness

Memphis Industries

Two years on from their highly acclaimed When

We Stay Alive, US synth pop outfit Poliça return with a new album of brooding, synth-driven work.

Madness is the Minneapolis-based band’s sixth and most polished album to date, but retains all the distinctive dreamy electronics, sheeny textures and emotional depth that has marked Poliça’s career to date. Channy Leaneagh’s emotionally affecting vocals take centre stage as the subtle, classy production sweep you away. Brooding, full of shadows and a hint of melancholy, but with plenty of strength, positivity and self-assurance,

Madness is a complex encapsulation of the human experience. Shimmering synths, deep, stabbing basslines, visceral drum patterns, muted melodies, glitchy electronics and beautiful, emotive vocals combine to create a soundscape that is bold, full and ever evolving. From quieter, more introspective moments to heady, driving excursions and onto a more playful, almost-funk laden numbers, this is Poliça’s most diverse album so far. Perfectly paced and balanced. Tom Jones

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