Miley’s ‘Bass Persuades’ Is Pretty and Passable, but Surprisingly Light on Bass… or Persuasion: Album Review

StyleNews newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via variety.com

The title track and first single from Miley Cyrus’ “Bass Persuades” was a classic act of misdirection, we now learn. Released two and a half weeks prior to the album, the song promised a tenth album full of bangers (with an S or Z, take your pick), mildly scolding the young peopl

Miley Cyrus' latest album "Bass Persuades" has finally arrived, and it's a bit of a mixed bag. The title track, which dropped a few weeks ago, had us all expecting a bass-heavy, persuasive playlist, but what we got instead is an album that's more focused on style than substance. Don't get me wrong, Miley's vocals are as smooth as ever, and the production is sleek and polished, but when it comes to the actual bass and persuasion promised by the title, it's curiously lacking.

This misdirection is particularly interesting given the current state of the music industry, where artists often use social media and single releases to build hype around their projects. In Miley's case, it seems like she might have prioritized style over actual content, which could be a strategic move to appeal to her young audience. After all, as an artist who's always been known for pushing boundaries and challenging expectations, Miley might be trying to keep things fresh and exciting by subverting our expectations.

So what to watch next? Will Miley's fans forgive the album's lack of bass and persuasion, or will they be disappointed by the mismatch between the title and the actual music? One thing's for sure: Miley's next move will be closely watched, and it will be interesting to see how she responds to the criticism. In the meantime, if you're a fan of slick production and catchy pop hooks, "Bass Persuades" might be worth a listen – just don't expect it to blow your mind.

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