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Breaking away from the dubby abstractions of her groupF ingers, Australian singer/songwriterCarla dal Fornomade her solo debut in 2016 withYou Know What It’s Like, a magnificent album of ambient pop tunes that prompted comparisons to obscure names likeKendra SmithandIn Gowan Ring. Following two EPs, including a 2018 tour cassette that included covers of songs bythe B-52sandLana Del Rey,dal Forno‘s second album contains some of her most direct compositions, with clearer vocals and more upfront melodies. While still sparse and haunting, this album doesn’t feel as detached, anddal Forno‘s sentiments aren’t as ambiguous as they were before. First single “So Much Better” is alarmingly bitter, asdal Fornocalmly eviscerates an ex-partner: “You were a disaster, I’m glad I caused you pain.” During the spooky solo expedition of “Don’t Follow Me,” the line “I don’t want to die” resonates most strongly. The shivering, slowed-down post-punk of “Took a Long Time” is a bit murkier, but seems to imply uncertainty in a relationship. Delicate instrumentals such as the curious “Hype Sleep” and the mournful “Heart of Hearts” are threaded throughout the album, but they resemble daydream-like distractions compared to the more focused songs.Look Up Sharpis more forthright thandal Forno‘s previous work, but it still retains a deep, intriguing sense of mystery. -All Music Guide
Look Up Sharp by Carla dal Forno
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