The Raveonettes - Blush

Review by Ihab Atwan

Blush, the seventh studio album by Danish indie rock duo Raveonettes, is a captivating and melancholic exploration of love, loss, and longing. With their signature blend of shoegaze, garage rock, and pop sensibilities, Sharin Foo and Sune Rose Wagner deliver a collection of songs that shimmer with dreamy guitars, haunting harmonies, and bittersweet lyrics.

Opening track "This World Is Empty (Without You)" sets the tone with its sparse drumbeat, reverberating chords, and Foo's mournful vocals, lamenting the absence of a lover. "Run Mascara Run" follows with a driving rhythm and a catchy chorus that belies its darker themes of addiction and self-destruction. "Excuses" is a standout track, with its pulsing bassline, fuzzy guitars, and Wagner's falsetto crooning about the lies we tell ourselves and others.

Blush is not without its lighter moments, however. "Junko Ozawa" is a playful tribute to the Japanese actress and singer of the same name, with its upbeat tempo, surf-rock riffs, and lyrics about a girl who "dances like a dream." "A Good Fight" is another highlight, with its jangly guitars, handclaps, and Foo and Wagner's harmonies blending seamlessly in a song about the ups and downs of a relationship.

Summary by Ihab Atwan

Blush is a cohesive and well-crafted album that showcases Raveonettes' ability to create atmospheric and emotionally resonant music. While its themes may be familiar, the duo's unique sound and style make it a standout addition to their discography.