I have always supported the validity of the third album by the Bostonian Pixies, despite its many detractors. It’s not easy for the Pixies to replicate the two prodigious previous albums. The repertoire of "Bossanova" is less frenetic, more controlled; but still teetering on the edge of absolute excellence. I only need to mention the opening "Cecilia Ann" and its instrumental Surf-Rock, the subsequent "Rock Music" (what a title!!) so loud and schizoid in the sung parts, "Velouria" with that vocal interplay and Kim’s whispers that drive me insane. A wonderful album and there are still eleven tracks left to go. Five stars, no doubt about it...THE HAPPENING...
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