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Do we really need shoegaze of this kind? A derivative album, whose debts are evident and whose innovations are scarce. An album moreover explicitly inspired by My Bloody Valentine, a group that is essentially unbeatable in the hearts of those who love to stare at their shoes and daze their ears with feedback and distortion. Some found Kevin Shields' return with "m b v" in 2013 avoidable. Just imagine what they might say about these four Japanese who debuted in 2011 precisely with Crystallize and who, for all we know, might have listened to only three or four albums in their entire lives besides Loveless.
We could easily call it a useless album. In its uselessness, however, Crystallize is a really cute album. The Tokyo Shoegazer, a name as kitsch as it is fitting, show they've masterfully learned the lesson of the shoegaze maximae auctoritates and package seven songs that, among slavish imitations, noise whirlwinds, and more catchy moments, do not bore the nostalgic listener who also pays attention to novelty. This album was followed in 2013 by the good Turnaround, unfortunately accompanied by the group's disbandment. In only three years of career, the Tokyo Shoegazer have managed to produce an album to recommend (only) to lovers of the more classic and derivative shoegaze.
A special note for the cover: the album would be worth it just for her.
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Tokyo Shoegazer's Crystallize is a clearly derivative shoegaze album heavily inspired by My Bloody Valentine. Despite its lack of innovation, it remains a charming listen with catchy moments and noise whirlwinds. The album appeals mainly to classic shoegaze fans and nostalgic listeners. The band’s brief career saw this album followed by a strong sophomore release before their disbandment. The unique cover art is a notable highlight.Tracklist
Tokyo Shoegazer
Japanese shoegaze band known for the album Crystallize (2011) and Turnaround (2013).01 Reviews
