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- Summary: The third full-length solo release from Sonic Youth's Kim Gordon was produced by Justin L. Raisen.
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- Record Label: Matador
- Genre(s): Alternative, Pop/Rock, Alternative/Indie Rock
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Score distribution:
- Positive: 16 out of 18
- Mixed: 2 out of 18
- Negative: 0 out of 18
- Mar 11, 2026In under 30 minutes, Gordon makes the greatest use of our ever-diminishing attention spans by both frying our brains and nourishing them back to health.
- UncutMar 5, 2026She takes on the Trump administration in "ByeBye25!", one landmark among many in her forward-thinking solo career. [Apr 2026, p.33]
- Mar 5, 2026It succeeds by drawing in the listener and urging them to do some interpretative work. [Mar 2026, p.103]
- MojoMar 5, 2026With [producer Justin] Raisen, she creates a powerhouse sound, one that twists so it can't be easily "curated", labeled, boiled down for vibes. [Apr 2026, p.87]
- Mar 11, 2026The album's blipping between hip-hop, footwork and a clutch of other electronic styles does carry a prêt-à-porter element, but one that hangs well on Gordon's frame with every new fit.
- Mar 13, 2026Play Me is an album that never stops subverting expectations.
- The WireMar 5, 2026Although some of its best tracks are undeniable, PLAY ME's signs of the times are for established Gordon-heads only. [Mar 2026, p.50]
