Foxes - All I Need (2016) [Official Digital Download]

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Foxes - All I Need (2016)
FLAC (tracks) 24-bit/44,1 kHz | Time - 41:51 minutes | 513 MB
Studio Master, Official Digital Download | Artwork: Front cover

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Foxes' All I Need (Epic) is a refreshing blast of deftly produced, stylish pop. At its best, All I Need is on par with the smarts of Marina and the Diamonds and the addictive joy of Ellie Goulding, while mirroring the focused vision of Carly Rae Jepsen. From the double-whammy of the two singles that open the album to the stirring numbers that close it, it's a vital dose of unabashed emotion that never overwhelms with saccharine treacle or plastic detachment. Louisa Rose Allen's rich voice conveys a soul and organic emotion similar to Lady Gaga and Leona Lewis at their most relatable. That vocal strength is the center point that carries the album from the immediacy of the feel-good, club-friendly hits ("Body Talk," "Amazing") to the empowering Sia-sized belters ("Feet Don't Fail Me Now"). Elsewhere, the plaintive moments of dramatic beauty are heartbreaking (the weepy "If You Leave Me Now" and the Babyface-penned "Scar") and the kiss-offs ("Money") burn with Lily Allen sass. In addition to Foxes' talent, the behind-the-scenes team is top-shelf pedigree. Dan Smith of Bastille co-wrote the glimmering Eurodisco opener "Better Love" and Semisonic's Dan Wilson lent his skills to the power-stomping anthem "Devil Side." Meanwhile, super producers Rick Nowels and Jesse Shatkin – who, collectively, have worked with the likes of Adele, Sia, Dido, Kelly Clarkson, Kylie, P!nk, and Katy Perry – put their magic touches on a number of highlights, including Nowels' peppy jaunt "Wicked Love" – which glimmers with pep and an angelic harp that would make Florence Welch and Kate Bush proud – and Shatkin's "On My Way," a gorgeously restrained ballad backed by a gospel choir. Much like Jepsen's Emotion or Swift's 1989, Foxes' All I Need is vibrant, intelligently crafted pop pleasure.