L.A. Times, produced by Tony Hoffer (Beck, M83, Silversun Pickups), is their tenth release, and Healy believes it is their most personal album since The Man Who. Insofar as L.A. Times wrestles with personal matters, the current state of affairs seems bleak. Some songs on L.A. Times do not seem overly intimate, but find Travis exploring approaches that would make them relevant again. Parts of L.A. Times hearken back to Travis’ earlier work without the need for adornment or forays into other genres, which many fans will applaud. L.A. Times is a largely uneven effort, with some quality moments but many more that are a conundrum.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 16, 2024 14:55 UTC