(Originally posted at YEHEY! Entertainment)When the Russian duet first released their angry, provocative hit singles years back, they created quite a stir with the entire “are they or aren’t they” mystique. Today with the release of their new album, they’ve proven that old tricks still get the boys (and girls) excited.
Their newest album, Dangerous and Moving, featuring the newly released hit single, “All About Us”, is reminiscent of their earlier hits, with almost the same melodic feel and arrangement. The only difference is most of the songs on the album are a lot slower, their themes have matured, even their latest music video—albeit still featuring the girls scantily clad and in provocative situations—is proof that their music is no longer drawn to the schoolgirl roots from whence they came, but from something much deeper and edgier.
The title track “All About Us“ moves to a much slower, purposeful beat, unlike its predecessors. Although the sound of their music has slowed, their rise to the top of the charts can be anything but. Already the single is taking control of the airwaves in Europe and staking claim as one of the stronger hits for the season. But like I stressed earlier most of their tunes are a lot slower now, like their next single release, “Friend or Foe” which, by looks of the music video for “All About Us”, is a follow up of sorts to the controversy that still surrounds their relationship to one another.
Some of the tracks though seem a tad shallow, especially in terms of arrangement and lyrics. An example would be the track, “Cosmos” which really is not one of their better tracks. But after listening to the album a couple more times, the haunting tunes of “Gomenasai” and “Craving” leave a more lasting impression than their faster counterparts in the album.
If you are expecting another dance-worthy 12-track album, you’re better off buying a remix of their first album. The music here is more personal and melodic. Slower, yes, but not in the least bit boring and unmoving. It takes a couple of listens to appreciate though, especially if you’re not a fan of the girls.
But hey, after seeing them prance around in their minis, I can forgive the pop flavor and give them another look/listen or two.
