Given this, I would give priority to the music and allow it to speak for the talent that generated the ascent of this artist into the music record books. For those who are already apprehensive of the album, this may be a distinct turn off. It is a showy compilation of a pop star’s life, filled with money, women and fancy cars. I would avoid watching the video precursor to the album, “M A N I A,” released two days before the album. Approaching this album with few expectations will allow for a more enjoyable listen. It is a catchy album that plays up the talent of The Weeknd. His ability to create catchy beats that entrap the listener is shown within every song. Becoming one of the highest streamed albums on Spotify during its first weekend, Starboy reminds people of the fetching nature of The Weeknd’s music.
To those who are hesitant to listen to the album, I would recommend an initial listen without judgement. The release of The Weeknd’s new album Starboy broke records. “True Colors” is my top choice from the album, as it is a slower ballad that provides a nice contrast with the rest of the album. It was the revival of the familiar sound that I enjoyed with “Beauty Behind the Madness.” It remains a catchy album filled with upbeat background music. Upon first listen, I was not disappointed by this album. Yes, this album does not follow the soulful trend that has taken over hip-hop this year, as seen with Chance the Rapper’s “Coloring Book” or Anderson Paak’s “Malibu,” but The Weeknd has always had a more party-centric sound to his music that spreads its appeal to a larger audience. However, regardless of its lack of originality, his popularity is justified and this album reminds us why. And it’s true “Starboy” is a different application of that sound. “Beauty Behind the Madness” created the iconic sound that is now associated with him. He has become a major name in the niche of pop music, adding his well-known sex-and-drugs bravado to every song. This album is reminder to all that this artist is thriving within the music industry.Īlthough many magazines have written scathing reviews, some credit must be given to The Weeknd. Unlike his previous albums, which intertwine darker undertones with upbeat ones, this album is more of a confident showcase of previously established talent. Becoming one of the highest streamed albums on Spotify during its first weekend, “Starboy” reminds people of the fetching nature of The Weeknd’s music. This album was released in November of 25th of 2016. Featuring artists Lana Del Rey, Kendrick Lamar, Daft Punk and Future. Selling an equivalent of 348,000 in the sales, this album is a solid listen, through and through.
28, 2018.The release of The Weeknd’s new album “Starboy” broke records. Third studio album by famous Canadian musician, The Weeknd, was a remarkle album with incredible hits. The album won a Grammy Award for Best Urban Contemporary Album at the 2018 Grammys held on Jan. I was a teenager when I saw Scarface, and even though it was unbelievable, it’s kind of cool Tony Montana could survive all those gunshots and not feel them. The vibe on “Starboy” comes from that hip-hop culture of braggadocio, from Wu-Tang and 50 Cent, the kind of music I listened to as a kid. The project was met with mostly favorable reviews, became the number one album on iTunes in one day, topped the Billboard 200, and shattered Spotify’s single day streaming record.Ībel commented on the album in an interview, saying: The album was eventually released on November 25th 2016, touting a whopping 18 tracks with features from Future, Lana Del Rey and Kendrick Lamar. Daft Punk on September 21st 2016, one day before the start of the fall season in North America. He dropped the first single, “Starboy” ft. The “king of the fall” announced the album after teasing his fans on his instagram.
Starboy is The Weeknd’s highly anticipated third studio album (excluding the mixtape compilation album Trilogy).