Violet Bent Backwards Over the Grass
A quiet, tape-hiss-laden collection of spoken-word poetry set against Jack Antonoff's sparse, improvisational piano and ambient synthesizer washes.
A quiet, tape-hiss-laden collection of spoken-word poetry set against Jack Antonoff's sparse, improvisational piano and ambient synthesizer washes.
Spoken word detour
Wind chimes and tape hiss drift behind quiet spoken words, like reading a diary in a warm, dusty
Rather than her trademark cinematic singing, the record elevates spoken word to the absolute forefront, transforming her lyricism into a series of intimate, unhurried poetry readings.
Critics generally appreciated the spoken-word album for its intimate, atmospheric mood and gentle musical backings, which they felt provided an intriguing, direct look at the artist's lyricism. However, some reviewers found that the poetry occasionally lapsed into overly flowery or unpolished writing, resulting in a warm but ultimately mixed reception.
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