Artist: Chromeo Album: Business Casual

Year: 2010
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Chromeo's Business Casual: A Critical Review

Chromeo's Business Casual is the band's third studio album that came out in 2010. The album features hit songs like Don't Turn The Lights On and Night By Night. The Canadian electro-funk duo consisting of David Macklovitch and Patrick Gemayel have been creating music since 2002, and this album is a result of their exploration of the funk and R&B genre. In this blog, I will critically review the album, talk about the best songs, the most innovative aspects, and offer up my personal opinion on what worked and what didn't work.

The album opens with Hot Mess, which has a catchy and upbeat tempo to it. The song has an '80s vibe to it that is uplifted with Funk and R&B elements. The track's groovy beats and the witty lyrics set the tone for what the rest of the album offers. The second song, I'm Not Contagious, has a pop-funk essence to it. The lyrics have a melancholic essence, and the beats follow this emotion; the track is a slower tempo than Hot Mess. The saxophone leads that track, which gives it a jazzy tone.

The album's third track, Night By Night, is one of the highlights of the album. The song has an attractive synthesizer beat and a catchy guitar riff to it. David's vocals on this track complement the overall vibe and crux of the song. The funk element is prevalent in the track, making it suitable for grooving. The fourth track, Don't Turn The Lights On, has an almost disco vibe to it. The synth beats are complemented by the unique rhythms from the bass beats. The track is catchy and has a soul essence.

The fifth track, You Make It Rough, centres around Macklovitch's soulful vocal delivery and The-Dream hooks the listener in with his rap section. The track has a great mix of funk and R&B, making it an all-rounder. The sixth song, When The Night Falls,, is another standout track from the album. The beat and vocals are smooth, and the lyrics are upbeat. The clapping beats give it a unique sound, and the guitar riff is an added bonus.

The album's title track, Business Casual, is a not-so-groovy track that talks about the need to be professional. The hook and beat are catchy but don't pull the listener in. The lyrics, too, could have been better considering the rest of the album. The album ends with Grow Up, a soulful pop track that has an essence of a gospel choir to it. The song is uplifting and leaves the listener on a high note.

Business Casual by Chromeo is an album that combines Funk, R&B, and pop elements. The album has some great standout tracks like Night By Night, When The Night Falls, and Don't Turn The Lights On. Chromeo's vocals and instrumentals are noteworthy, making some tracks feel like they belong in the '80s. While some tracks like Business Casual may not sit well with listeners, most of the album's compositions are worth listening to. Business Casual is an excellent addition to anyone's music collection, and I would recommend it to anyone who loves funky music.