I should have written this post two or so weeks ago when Lykke Li released her sophomore album, Wounded Rhymes, but to say I have fallen madly in love with every single track on this record is an understatement. I have been a Lykke fan from the beginning, who initially drew me in with tracks like "I'm Good, I'm Gone", "Complaint Department", and "Dance, Dance Dance" and with her unbelievable theatrical live performances. But I have to say, although I truly loved a lot of the songs off of Youth Novels, she has come quite a long way musically since her earlier days. The creative drum beats and dynamic melodies of "I Follow Rivers" and "Youth Knows No Pain" are what make these two songs absolute stand-outs for me, however I am almost equally obsessed with songs like "Rich Kids Blues" and "Love Out Of Lust", and of course with the hilariously abrasive "Get Some". I really can't say enough about this album, her work on this record really makes it hard to believe she's only 24 years old. And seeing as her live shows are probably my favorite part about her, I absolutely cannot wait to see her this summer at the Wiltern in LA. And for you New Yorkers, it was just announced today that she will be playing at Central Park Summerstage in August! I highly recommend buying Wounded Rhymes in full, it's definitely going to be on everyone's top albums of 2011 lists. And if you get the chance, see her live. It is truly a worthwhile experience. Listen to the album HERE.
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