Modern Guilt

I love it when a new Beck CD comes out. I think Beck has topped himself with Modern Guilt. Absolutely amazing...but, then again, all of Becks music is amazing. He just keeps bringing it. High recommendations from his 2nd biggest fan.

this album is a good album to listen to while summer turns to fall or fall breaks to winter or winter turns into spring. i wouldn't listen to it while spring turns into summer though.

By most standards, Modern Guilt is a great cd. There's not a song that isn't enjoyable and some that are quite magnificent. Why, then, is Modern Guilt maybe just a little bit underwhelming? Is it because we're so used to Beck making quality music that it has to be as beautiful and interesting as The Information, Sea Change or Odelay to stand out? Or is it because this cd, unlike many of his others, doesn't mark a radical shift in his style, instead perhaps simplifying the style adopted for his last record? Maybe, in the end, it's just too short, clocking in at just about thirty-four minutes. Maybe it's the abrupt endings within the record, putting a stop to some of the better tracks without warning and seeming to stunt their potential. By any other artist's standards, Modern Guilt is a great record, but by Beck's, these flaws stand out. Also, if you're wondering about Danger Mouse's influence, well, it's more heavy on the bass.

This record is ok. Beck has yet to release a bad record. This is no exception. It's not bad. It's also not great. Great execution, great production, no hooks.

Great tunes, classic yet a bit more mellow Beck, but the sound quality is not that great, when listening on headphones anyway. There is no background and just overall the quality in sound is lacking. Still, Beck is one of my faves and this doesn't disappoint. The Information is still better though, in sound and artistry. Long live Beck!