Pirouette

Album Notes & Community Reviews

On their second album 'Pirouette', Model/Actriz evolves from the abrasive noise-rock of their debut by incorporating elements of dance music, techno, and pop, while retaining their signature aggressive hi-hat rhythms and dominant bass patterns. The production balances this newfound melodicism against a pummeling din, creating a sound of controlled chaos that is both theatrical and emotionally raw. [2, 3, 7] Lyrically, the album moves toward a more personal and sincere tone, with frontman Cole Haden's chameleonic vocals exploring themes of queer identity, desire, and self-discovery, marking a shift from the shame and suppression that characterized their previous work. [6, 7]