Mike Skinner has stated that this, the fifth album released under The Streets alias, will be the final record he puts out under the name. On the evidence of this set, it’s maybe a good thing, as “Computers and Blues” is an album devoid of any valid ideas whatsoever.
The whole album suffers from pedestrian beats from the get-go, and Skinner’s rapping, which has never been a strong point of The Streets experience lacks flow and seems lazier than usual.
Truth be told, only two tracks really stand out, both featuring guest vocals. “Going Through Hell” featuring The Music’s Robert Harvey and “Lock the Locks” featuring Clare Maguire are the two bright sparks on what is a very disappointing way for one Britain’s most original and entertaining acts to go out.
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