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Underscores: U review
Performing, writing and producing everything herself, April Grey pares back her hyperpop electronics for an LP in thrall to 90s pop-R&B, with songs that big stars would die for
TL;DR
- April Grey, known as Underscores, has released a new album 'U' that moves away from her previous hyperpop sound.
- The new album is heavily influenced by late 90s and early 00s R&B, drawing comparisons to artists like Timbaland and the Neptunes.
- Despite a slightly more dialed-back approach, the album still incorporates elements of Auto-Tune, dubstep electronics, and modern pop-house beats.
- Grey's skill as a pop songwriter is more apparent on 'U', with songs like 'Bodyfeeling' and 'Do It' highlighted as strong compositions.
- Lyrically, the album focuses on themes of love, with unique concepts and a less complex narrative structure than her previous work.