The human demands

"Ultimately, this record is full of the classic, anthemic hits that were to be expected from Macdonald, combined with the more thought-provoking theme of getting older and feeling unsure about how your life is going to work out. It works best when it's a microscopic look at humanity, exploring a story that speaks to the themes at large, rather than tackling the themes head-on. It can be hoped that in future work Macdonald is more introspective, as more tracks like The Hudson are sure to be fan favourites".

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"In one respect, the album is polished and a good tonic for the autumn & winter nights ahead, but just too mild to make a really vivid impression. On the flip-side, there is some excellent music on show here and Macdonald does have the courage and conviction to lift the lid on some very heartfelt & deep-rooted issues through her songs. In essence, The Human Demands is a timely tribute to the trials & tribulations that we experience on a daily basis, collectively".

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