My son says that AM is the best Arctic Monkeys album yet. It is hard for me to agree or disagree with him, because comparing it to the band’s first two albums feels like comparing apples to oranges. I loved the explosive energy, sharp edges, and youthful swagger of those early records, and I never really wanted their sound to change. But bands evolve, and Arctic Monkeys have done so without losing their identity. AM trades some of that raw speed for a slower, heavier groove, pulling in elements of R&B, hip-hop beats, and desert rock alongside their guitar-driven core. The result is a record that feels both sleek and assured, filled with memorable hooks and lyrics that stick. Over the years, the band has grown and matured, and so has their songwriting. Now I find myself not only accepting where they are today, but absolutely loving it, with AM standing as proof that change can bring out the best in a band.
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