Alabama Shakes Break New Ground on Comeback Album 'I Must Be Dreaming'
Rolling Stone • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Alabama Shakes has released their third album, I Must Be Dreaming, marking their first new record in over a decade and showcasing a matured, evolved sound that blends nostalgia with fresh influences.
- Lead singer Brittany Howard returns to the band after a successful solo career, bringing a renewed artistic vision that expands beyond their earlier retro, lo-fi garage rock style into more diverse genres including soul, psychedelia, and Afrofuturism.
- The album features intricate instrumentation and emotive performances, with standout tracks like “Another Life” and “I Feel Hope Coming” highlighting the band’s growth and Howard’s dynamic vocals.
- Themes on the album range from personal reflection and romantic regret to social commentary, demonstrating a sophisticated narrative depth and emotional complexity.
- The reunion of Howard with longtime bandmates Zack Cockrell and Heath Fogg results in a cohesive, revitalized sound that reaffirms Alabama Shakes as a powerful vehicle for Howard’s multifaceted musical expression.
