ADULT. Reclaims Electro-Clash With Revenge-Fueled 10th Album

Detroit electro-punks ADULT. have released their tenth album, 'Kissing Luck Goodbye.' This release sees the duo, comprised of Nicola Kuperus and Adam Lee Miller, harnessing irony and sincerity, complemented by an expanded sample library. They draw sounds from thrift-store records and manipulate field recordings, creating unique sonic textures for their latest work.

The music, while rooted in the electroclash scene of the early 2000s, possesses a harder, more pointed edge than many of their contemporaries. Kuperus's lyrical approach is described as a form of embodied community-making and critique, delivering "vicious jeremiads" with potent energy.

'Kissing Luck Goodbye' presents a lean and sinewy sound, a departure from their previous densely packed work. The minimalist economy of the tracks enhances the intensity of Kuperus's vocals, which fluidly shift between various deliveries, from sweet to insouciant, matching the rough textures of the music.

Songs like "No Song" utilize static for percussion, while "No One Is Coming" features a squealing synth reminiscent of a haunted theremin. This meticulous attention to sonic detail is crucial to the album's compelling impact. The overall effect is a powerful statement that encourages dancing while delivering sharp social commentary.