Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Review: Morning Phase

(Beck Official Site)
More than a collection of songs, Beck’s Morning Phase seamlessly transitions from one beautifully crafted piece to another.  It begins like the first rays of light filtering through the windows, picking up momentum as the album proceeds.  From start to finish, it was just like waking up.  I honestly didn't want it to end. 

I've been a fan of Beck since “Loser” hit, back when I was a precocious adolescent.  His music has evolved and grown.  From his experimental roots in lo-fi to his expertly layered pieces, Beck has matured as an artist.  His talent is impressive, and deserving of accolade.  I, for one, am glad that he won a Grammy for this effort above the trite manufactured sounds of the Pop Machine.


I thoroughly enjoyed my trip through Beck’s Morning Phase.  If you’d like to give it a listen, the full album is available on Spotify.   I plan to purchase this one; it deserves a place with the rest of my collection.