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A staggering seven albums into their career. Love Kraft is glorious proof that psychedelically minded Welsh rockers Super Furry Animals still have it. Recorded in Catalonia and mixed in Rio De Janeiro for a "decadent" sound, it finds the band in slow, sensual mood, crafting long and dense walls of sound ideal for a long, hot summer.
The single, "Lazer Beam", is something of a red herring--an upbeat, funky number that sees frontman Gruff Rhys unveil his "radical new vision", which appealingly, includes the pledge "no more romantic comedies!" While the pace is generally slow, however, this is an album peppered with gems. Aliens land on the glorious "Psyclone!", which uses strings from guesting High Llamas man Sean O’Hagan to excellent effect, while the languid "Frequency" is comprised of lyrics written in what frontman Gruff Rhys refers to as "Blairspeak". Rhys gives up the microphone, however, for what turns out to be two album highlights: "Atomic Lust", which sees drummer Daf Ieuwan cooing "Let’s get our shit together" over sudden explosions of guitar and pounded, one-note piano; and guitarist Bunf’s goofy, comical "Back On A Roll". --Louis Pattison
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Love Kraft might just turn out to be the definitive Super Furry Animals album. It’s certainly the loveliest, and without doubt the one that feels most like a cohesive body of work. And therein lies a delicious paradox; Love Kraft is the first Super Furry Animals album to feature songs written and sung by nearly all members of the group; Bunf, Daf and Cian and Gruff all contribute.
Love Kraft is immense in scope, with more than half its 12 tracks featuring swooning string arrangements (courtesy of unofficial Furry and sometime High Llama, Sean O’Hagan), as well the odd appearance from a 100-strong mixed voice Catalan choir. Strangely though, for a record that’s ended up so large, the initial "concept" was deliberately scaled back by producer Mario Caldato (Beastie Boys and the guy who mixed Phantom Power).
Love Kraft is nothing if not a sophisticated piece of work. As the seventh and ultimate (but not as in last) Super Furry Animals album, it is the sound of them growing up, with not a tank, yeti or inflatable bear in sight.
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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Audio CD
Yet again the Furries write an album which wipes the floor with everyone else.
The previous 6 studio albums & 2 compilations are classic albums, and this one is no exception.
Most of the other band members take lead vocals on at least on track but this only adds to the Furry experience.
The album is much more mellow and Orchestral than either Phantom Power or Rings Around the World but it still has the Furry Cosmic Funk element.
Forget what the media is telling you to listen to, The Furries are the best band on the planet.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Yes! 'Love Kraft' has been the source of much anticipation on my behalf, pretty much since the release of 'Phantom Power' two summers ago. It doesn't disappoint.
Talk of this release being the 'definitive' Furries' LP is not far wide of the mark - elements of their back catalogue are evident throughout, although by no means are the boys re-treading old ground here. From the magisterial opener 'Zoom!' - the lyrics of which are simultaneously melodic and insanity-tinged - to the the delicate closing ivory-tinkles on 'Cabin Fever', this album is typically...er, furry.
Significantly, the tracks on which Gruff steps down from lead vocals, particularly the divine 'Atomik Lust', are no weaker for it - the key, surely, to their longevity, and an indication that the talent within the SFA gene-pool far surpasses that of their peers. Though the media naturally focuses on SFA's lunacy (techno tanks, etc) - they have become the most consistent purveyors of inventive indie rock in an increasingly bland field.
Recent single 'Lazer Beam' naturally stands out as the most commercial pop effort, though this is no bad thing - its a masterfully eccentric release in the vein of 'Juxtaposed...'. The beautifully-crafted 'Ohio Heat' and the hummingly-sweet 'Cloudberries' are further highlights, though 'Back On A Roll' is the least convincing of the bunch.
Simply, lyrical genius (as per SFA standard), beautifully understated production (courtesy of Mario Caldato Jr) and the dominant influence of Master of Strings Sean O'Hagan all add up to the most consistently melodic Furries' album since 'Radiator'.
I advise you to assist your ears in their pursuit of joy and delight forevermore by investing in this album forthwith.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
Having waited impatiently since word first arrived of a new super furries album many moons ago I can safely say that it was worth it. From start to finish it has SFA classic written all over it. It would sound good to say that the real stand out track was probably laser beam, but, like all their work, the album as a whole is as great as its parts.
Lyrically there is the combination of catchy slogans, keen observation and nonsense, for example: "Sold you a dalmation, but the spots fell off." from the opening track Zoom!. This is layered above superb electric soundscapes which captivate and envelope the listener.
It is hard to pick out any track for special praise because they are all excellent. The only slight criticism (and I'm only saying it in order to remain balanced) is the fact that each band member sings which to me seems to be a bit contrived at times.
I have read in places that this could be the album to make the wider world stand up and listen, but somehow I doubt it. Not when none of their other fantastic albums manage to do this. However for those sensible enough to love the super furries this album is as good as anything before it.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best SFA album
I've only recently became a Super Furry Animals, i own Love Kraft, Rings Around The World and Songbook, most recently i bought Fuzzy Logic, and the leap from fuzzy logic to rings... Read more
Published on 9 April 2007 by Mr. Marcus Cant
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good but not great
I have been following SFA for some time now and really enjoy a number of their albums including Mwng, Radiator, Guerilla, Rings around the World and, especially, Phantom Power. Read more
Published on 5 Oct 2006 by J Bouvary
3.0 out of 5 stars
cover looks like Attack of the penis monsters
now that cover is just graphic. they should sell this cd in a brown paper bag, similar to what they did with hendrix's "electric Ladyland". Read more
Published on 11 May 2006 by I. G. Evans
3.0 out of 5 stars
Labour of love
Die hard SFA fans will be queuing up to award their latest effort five stars, so it seemed necessary to put forward an outsider's point of view. Read more
Published on 8 Nov 2005 by Demob Happy
5.0 out of 5 stars
SFA OK
For 10 years now the SFA have created records of such quality that their star shines much brighter than some of the drudge that gets thrust into the marketing machine throwing out... Read more
Published on 7 Sep 2005 by ScottT
4.0 out of 5 stars
4 & 1/2 stars: another furrys album, another furry sound!
this seems to be the furrys getting more mature and layed back in their approach. eg.it is not AS poppy & (immediately) catchy as rings or guerrilla, or is as rocky as phantom but... Read more
Published on 25 Aug 2005 by gjirel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Haight-Ashbury Sounds
It amazes me that no one has mentioned the Grateful Dead in reviews of recent SFA albums. The influence of GD harmonies on tracks such as Zoom, Ohio Heat, and Back on a Roll, and... Read more
Published on 24 Aug 2005 by S. Morris
4.0 out of 5 stars
Super Furry Floyd
Seriously, could this BE any more Pink Floydesque? Having said that - it's a GOOD thing. Lush production and laid back to the point of unconsciousnesss. Read more
Published on 6 Aug 2005 by "jezzzz1-2"
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