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THE REVIEW
I have never been a fan of Skunk Anansie, nor of Skin's voice; I didn't like their approach at all, with songs that were technically well-crafted but lacked creativity and sound, in my opinion.
I was surprised by the release of "Fake Chemical State" because Skin, particularly thanks to her new band, managed to give a new life to her songs and her voice... a CD that starts off with a bang with "Alone in My Room", a track where the vocals don't even seem like Skin's... the album flows quickly, with strong Skunk-like oscillations and beautiful slow songs in which Skin's voice blends wonderfully...
Finally, it's worth highlighting the beauty of "Purple", which echoes the classic U2 soundscapes, and "Take Me On" played with 'Marlene Kuntz', with a vocal style reminiscent of Kim Gordon from 'Sonic Youth'.
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Summary by Bot
The reviewer, initially a skeptic of Skin and Skunk Anansie, praises Fake Chemical State for revitalizing Skin's voice and music. Highlights include the dynamic opening track 'Alone in My Room,' beautiful slower songs, and notable tracks like 'Purple' and 'Take Me On.' Collaborations and influences enrich the album's sound.Tracklist Lyrics Videos
Skin
Skin (born Deborah Anne Dyer) is a British singer and songwriter best known as the lead vocalist of Skunk Anansie. Her solo career includes the albums Fleshwounds (2003) and Fake Chemical State (2006).04 Reviews
