Ekstasis

AlbumOct 26 / 201210 songs, 56m 53s98%
Art Pop Progressive Pop Baroque Pop
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8.6 / 10

On her second album, the California singer and songwriter pulls in references and sounds from everywhere and shapes them into music that's both haunting and life-affirming.

7 / 10

A curious, unique listen, to which - it turns out - we’re all invited; full of hooks, infectious melodies and moments that beg for a singalong.

Julia Holter invites comparisons with Grimes and Laurie Anderson on her classy second album, writes <strong>Kitty Empire</strong>

8 / 10

Julia Holter's sophisticated, cerebral pop may not be for everyone, but it casts something of a spell on <strong>Michael Hann</strong>

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4.5 / 5

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CD CHOICE/Ekstasis****: Julia Holter’s creative nous is to be treasured

8 / 10