Once known as Manitoba, Caribou aka Dan Snaith, has been making experimental pop music for years now. His past albums, 2 as Manitoba and 1 other as Caribou, have been a smorgasbord of electronics, 60’s psychedelia and shoegaze. However, it’s this year’s album, Andorra, that has proven to be his best vocal album to date.

This album is truly a cohesive blend of amazing pop songs featuring sedated harmonies, electronic flourishes and unrelenting, yet highly finessed rhythms. The lack of cohesion is the weakest element, as songs end without providing closure for the listener.

On the other hand, it has become evident that Snaith has grown immensely as a vocalist. His harmonies are given more emphasis, than on earlier recordings, and for good reason. On songs like “Melody Day” and “Desiree,” Snaith’s vocals soar high above the kaleidoscopic sound, and acts as the sweetest ingredient in Andorra’s psychedelic sundae.

Purchase the sweet sounds of Andorra at CD Universe.

Caribou – Desiree

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