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Alternative PressThough such pop gloss ruins many indie acts, it fits CSS as snugly as vocalist Lovefoxx's Lycra stagewear. [Sep 2008, p.162]
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Their joyous hooks ensure Donkey is as fun as its predecessor.
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No sophomore slumping here.
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The upgraded melodic sense makes CSS stand out from all the other electropop bands that sound like Liquid Liquid and can turn a smutty lyric.
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Although Donkey has a sleeker sound than its predecessor, CSS keeps its focus squarely on booty-shaking beats and pulsing bass on songs alternately about rocking your face off (opener 'Jager Yoga') and overcoming emotional turmoil.
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With its shameless pop-punk anthems and wonderfully irreverent lyrics, Donkey finds the members of CSS at the top of their game.
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The quintet mostly stays on message, doling out unpretentious poolside jams that recall ESG, Liquid Liquid, and the Human League.
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Donkey favors texture over attitude, and while the boozy, shouted choruses remain, CSS now favors a subtler approach.
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FilterLovefoxxx's metallic delivery and pseudo-rougish lyricism are crisp and poignant, laid out over the kinds of zippy, synth-pop digital landscapes that'll make even the most ardent Reaganomics-kiddie smile. [Summer 2008, p.94]
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BlenderWith CSS, even biting the dust is a blast. [Aug 2008, p.82]
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So, yes, it’s a tougher collection than the first, lacking the merciless hilarity you’d expect. But it’s also a strong step forward and one that proves they won’t disappear in the changing breeze of fashion.
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Lead singer Lovefoxxx still has much of her earlier pep, but the lyrics (either her own or by bassist Adriano Cintra, who also writes most of the music) don't give her much to work with.
Awards & Rankings
User score distribution:
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Positive: 72 out of 84
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Mixed: 5 out of 84
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Negative: 7 out of 84
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TiagoOct 19, 2008Lets see what they are going to do with the third record. coz this one is not strong as de first.
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NaoG.Jul 26, 2008Boring!
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Oct 3, 2010