Learning marks the debut from Perfume Genius, the hauntingly honest project of Mike Hadreas, released by Matador in 2010. Across these intimate songs, Hadreas’s voice moves from an ethereal croon to a slightly cracked warble, delivering raw and heartbreaking sentiments that left an immediate mark on the indie-rock landscape. The sparse arrangements of piano, organ, and synthesizer create a vulnerable backdrop, amplifying the album’s stark emotional power.
This album stands out for its masterful balance of understated melodies and deeply personal storytelling, with tunes that remain uncluttered but linger long after the needle lifts. Praised by critics for its brutally honest character and emotional resonance, Learning continues to strike a chord with listeners seeking music that is both affecting and refreshingly sincere.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Matador
- Genre: Rock, Folk, World, & Country
- Release Date: 2010
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TRACKS
A1. Learning
A2. Look Out, Look Out
A3. Mr. Peterson
A4. Gay Angels
A5. You Won't B Here
B1. Write To Your Brother
B2. No Problem
B3. When
B4. Perry
B5. Never Did
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