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Phoenix

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RS: 3of 5 Stars

2004

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The French group Phoenix run in the ultra-hip worlds of Sofia Coppola and Air, drawing inspiration from both but occupying a space all their own. On their second full-length, Alphabetical, Phoenix step up their game significantly, having arrived at an elusive space where their songs define perfect pop, but maintain a cool, independent edge. The catchy refrain of the crisp "Everything Is Everything," will have you singing it for a week after you've heard it. And while Phoenix tap into the sensibility of Seventies British groups like T. Rex, they best themselves when they bring a delicate but lasting style to "(You Can't Blame It On) Anybody" and "Holdin' On Together," which quite wonderfully recall Andy Gibb.

LILY MOAYERI

(Posted: Aug 2, 2004)

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