LUDO – Prepare The Preparations [Review]

LUDO
Prepare The Preparations
[Redbird / Island]
Score: 9.5
Stream: “Too Tired To Wink”

To no surprise, Ludo have returned with another fantastic album. Prepare The Preparations is a fun ride that entertains from start to finish. From the beginning of “Too Tired To Wink”, Ludo bring you catchy and humorous lyrics, as is their nature. Even the most simple things leave an impression, such as the “ooo” parts of the first track. “Anything For You” is an acoustic and cute number, “Manta Rays” features a soaring and vulnerable chorus, and “Skeletons On Parade” is one of those Ludo songs Tim Burton could have easily used in one of his movies. One thing fans will probably notice about Prepare The Preparations is its larger use of slow songs, like with “All The Stars In Texas” and “Safe In The Dark”. They seem slightly more used with this album, and all of them shine brightly. When examined, this disc is about half and half with slow and fast numbers. It’s a nice balance and works quite well. Rather than bore you, the more reserved tracks actually call you back for further exploration. As was expected, Ludo have done it once again. Prepare The Preparations is not a disappointment by any means. It may even be better than their famous You’re Awful, I Love You album. (NL)