The first single Describe from Perfume Genius' fifth album, was written when the singer could no longer experience any positive feelings at all. Typical of Mike Hadreas, as his real name is, who also did not hide his struggles and feelings on previous records. This time, Hadreas looks at deviating from the norm in terms of masculinity, sexuality and body image. By adding contrary elements to his
… otherwise fairly minimal music, the tension and melancholic atmosphere is created that fits so well with Hadreas' subjects. Yet he often comes across as dreamy and is not afraid of being vulnerable. The song Leave, with a distorted voice, wolf howls in the background and a tumbling arpeggio, is a perfect example of how Hadreas fused different moods. Something he implements to perfection on Set My Heart On Fire Immediately. (JvQ)more
