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Frankie Cosmos’ new album ‘Fool Me Once’ is out now and it’s fantastic! We’ve got a review of the album and all the must-have details for you right here.
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Introduction
Frankie Cosmos is the music project of Greta Kline, who writes and records all of her songs herself. Though Kline only began releasing music under the name Frankie Cosmos in 2011, she has since built up a large catalogue of songs, most of which are short and sweet (averaging around two minutes in length). All of her music is available to stream or download for free on her Bandcamp page.
Kline’s musical style has been described as “lo-fi,” a term typically used to describe music that was recorded using low-fidelity equipment or in less than ideal conditions. This DIY aesthetic is often said to give lo-fi music an intimate, home-recorded feel. In Frankie Cosmos’ case, her simple song structures and production values create an inviting and inviting sound that allows listeners to focus on her lyrics and melodies.
While some lo-fi artists embraces a lo-fi aesthetic for its own sake, for Kline, it seems to be more about pragmatic than aesthetic concerns. In an interview with Pitchfork, she explained that she records all of her music at home because “it’s just more convenient.” She also noted that she doesn’t see herself as particularly good at any one instrument, so recording everything herself allows her to realize her musical ideas without having to rely on others.
Kline’s lyrics often concern everyday life experiences and relationships. Her debut album, Zentropy, was mostly inspired by the ending of a long-term relationship. However, rather than wallowing in sadness, Kline uses her songs as a way to work through her emotions and come to terms with what happened. This personal approach to songwriting gives Frankie Cosmos’ music an intimacy and sincerity that is hard to come by in today’s pop landscape.
Frankie Cosmos’ “Fool Me Once”
“Fool Me Once” is a song by American singer-songwriter Frankie Cosmos. It was released on October 6, 2017, as the lead single from her album Vessel. The song was written by Frankie Cosmos, and produced by her bandmate Aaron Maine.
The song’s meaning
The song is about a relationship that’s not going well, and how being in it feels. The first verse is about the feeling of stagnation, and how being in a bad relationship can make you feel like you’re not moving forward. The second verse is about how being in a bad relationship can make you lose track of who you are, and how it can make you feel lost and confused. The chorus is about how the speaker wants to get out of the relationship, but they keep getting Fool Me Once
The song was released as a single on May 5th, 2017, and it is included on Frankie Cosmos’ album Next Thing, which was released on April 1st, 2016.
The song’s sound
Frankie Cosmos’ “Fool Me Once” is a light and airy song with clangy percussion and simple guitar strumming. The song is about being tricked by someone you thought you could trust, and its lyrical content is both sad and reflective. Despite this, the overall tone of the song is positive and hopeful, with frontman Greta Kline’s bright vocal performance providing a ray of sunshine in an otherwise dreary situation.
The album “Next Thing”
The album “Next Thing” is the second studio album by American indie folk band Frankie Cosmos, released on April 1, 2016 by Bayonet Records. The album was preceded by the singles “Sinister”, “I Can’t Wait”, and “Embody”. It was met with positive reviews from music critics.
The album’s themes
The album is a break-up album, with the majority of the songs being about Greta Kline’s (the lead singer’s) past relationship. The songs are incredibly personal, with Kline opening up about her insecurities and feeling lost after the break-up. Despite this, the album ends on a note of hope, with Kline recognizes that she is better off without her ex and that she is stronger for having gone through the experience.
The album’s sound
On her debut album, Next Thing, Greta Kline offers a candid and introspective look at growing up and figuring out who you are. The indie-pop singer-songwriter’s songs are full of youthful angst, self-doubt, and hope. While the themes may be familiar, Kline’s songwriting is fresh and relatable, with perfectly crafted hooks and melodies that stay with you long after the album is over.
musically, Next Thing is anchored by Kline’s gentle strumming on an acoustic guitar, with delicate keyboards and percussion occasionally fleshing out the sound. The production is deliberately lo-fi, giving the album an intimate feel that matches the personal nature of the lyrics. This is an impressive debut album from an artist to watch.
Conclusion
Overall, “Fool Me Once” is a great album by Frankie Cosmos. There are a lot of slower, more introspective songs that show the depth of her songwriting, and the faster ones are just as catchy and fun. If you’re a fan of indie pop or singer-songwriter music, I would highly recommend checking this album out.
