I think the reason I really like the relatively-new Charlotte Gainsbourg album IRM is because it was almost entirely written and produced by Beck. I think Pitchfork, in their infinite wisdom and smarminess, is right to say that this is the best album he has produced in seven years – Sea Change was produced in 2002…
Although Sea Change was clearly my favorite Beck album of all time (it is incredible, you must pick it up), this album is clearly enhanced with Gainsbourg’s vocals which add a level of indelible beauty – something contrasting with Beck’s sorrowful, frank voice. “Voyage” and “Trick Pony” are excellent tracks on IRM
