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Critique on Taylor Swift's Album "Folklore": Musical Analysis of the Singer's Latest Release

Listened to Folklore, the folk album released by Taylor Swift, the previous Time Magazine's Person of the Year, for a music review. Released during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic in the summer of 2020, music-hungry fans found themselves with more time to absorb this musical offering...

Critique of the Album "Folklore" by Taylor Swift
Critique of the Album "Folklore" by Taylor Swift

Critique on Taylor Swift's Album "Folklore": Musical Analysis of the Singer's Latest Release

In a departure from the pop music scene, renowned reviewer Will Hick '27 is diving into the world of classic rock with Billy Joel's seventh studio album, "Glass Houses". This album, released in the 1980s, is a far cry from the recent releases by Taylor Swift, whose album "Folklore" received widespread critical acclaim in 2020.

"Glass Houses" consists of 16 songs and explores a complex love triangle, with themes of cheating, breakups, and the negative aspects of relationships. The album opens with "the 1", a track about a failed relationship that did not hold the reviewer's interest. However, the album picks up steam with "this is me trying" and "illicit affairs", which delve deeper into the theme of infidelity.

"My tears ricochet" continues the narrative, focusing on the heartache and pain that come with a breakup. The album's standout track, "invisible string", offers a refreshing change with its original sound and lyrically adventurous lyrics. "August" is a more upbeat song about the good aspects of an unofficial relationship.

Unlike "Glass Houses", "Midnights", Taylor Swift's 2021 album, is a pop record. It has already sold 800,000 copies, but it is not related to this review. Swift's 2020 album "Folklore", on the other hand, was a departure from her pop-oriented work, embracing an indie-folk style. The album, which won the Grammy for Album of the Year, was well-received by both critics and the public, marking a successful transition in Swift's musical style.

"The last great American dynasty" is a track from "Folklore" that tells the story of a widowed woman who recklessly spent her late husband's earnings. Another notable track from the album is "cardigan", which is more enjoyable and gives the listener a reason to keep listening.

In conclusion, Billy Joel's "Glass Houses" is a classic rock album that offers an in-depth exploration of relationships. While it may not have the commercial success of some pop albums, it is a testament to Joel's songwriting abilities and his ability to create engaging and thought-provoking music.

On campus, the music section of the student newspaper has shared their opinion about Billy Joel's seventh studio album, "Glass Houses." This classic rock album, unlike Taylor Swift's recent pop album "Midnights," delves into complex themes of love triangles, cheating, and breakups. The album features standout tracks like "invisible string" and "the last great American dynasty" from Swift's 2020 indie-folk album "Folklore," which won the Grammy for Album of the Year and is considered a departure from Swift's pop-oriented work. Various university organizations have also been discussing these albums and other music-related news and events.

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