For me their last album was an instant classic in the form of a study companion or an old standard you could throw on during any occasion. If you've found a reason to not like Vampire Weekend then you're trying too hard to impress someone.
This new album starts exactly where the last one left off. There are no major changes in sound or style. If you liked the last one you'll enjoy this one too. It's no Empire Strikes Back as far as sequels go, but its no disappointment either.
Horchata's like someone pouring sugar into your coffee and you're shouting WHEN! WHEN!! Its just too sweet for my taste, but I have no complaints about the other nine tracks. 'White Sky', 'Cousins' and 'Run' stand out as my first favorites while the others will soon sink in after a few listens.
I'm confident in saying this is a very nice follow up to their enormous debut. Don't expect anything life changing. Expect a handful of stories told by a singer you've grown to love backed by fun guitar, keyboard and drumwork.
'Contra is in stores worldwide next week'
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