EMPIRE OF THE SUN - Ice On The Dune (reissue) - BLUE MARBLED VINYL LP
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EMPIRE OF THE SUN
Ice On The Dune (reissue)
Capitol
heavyweight blue marbled vinyl LP Cat: 652766 0Rel: 15 Jul 24
Pop Side 1 - Track 1. Lux Side 1 - Track 2. DNA Side 1 - Track 3. Alive Side 1 - Track 4. Concert Pitch Side 1 - Track 5. Ice On The Dune Side 1 - Track 6. Awakening Side 1 - Track 7. I'll Be Around Side 2 - Track 1. Old Flavours Side 2 - Track 2. Celebrate Side 2 - Track 3. Surround Sound Side 2 - Track 4. Disarm Side 2 - Track 5. Keep A Watch
Empire of the Sun's Ice on the Dune is a dazzling follow-up that solidifies the duo's place in the electro-pop pantheon. With a title that perfectly encapsulates the album's blend of glacial synths and summery pop, this record is a shimmering spectacle from start to finish. Frontman Luke Steele and bandmate Nick Littlemore have refined their sound, delivering leaner, more club-ready tracks while retaining the infectious energy that defined their debut. Songs like 'DNA' and 'Alive' showcase the duo's ability to craft irresistible hooks and dynamic arrangements, with 'Alive' standing out as a life-affirming electro-fuzz anthem. The juxtaposition of breezy acoustic strumming and throbbing synths on 'DNA' echoes the best moments of their previous hits. 'Concert Pitch' is another highlight, offering punchy disco pulses and a wistfully breathy chorus. Slower tracks like 'I'll Be Around' provide a warm, sensual counterpoint, demonstrating Steele's delicate vocal prowess. The album closes with the epic 'Keep a Watch,' blending poised piano balladry with grandiose flourishes, perfectly embodying the duo's larger-than-life personas. With Ice on the Dune, Empire of the Sun delivers a vibrant and cohesive album, cementing their status as one of the most exciting electro-pop acts of all time.
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