Mountain Battles

Recorded largely on analog tape with Steve Albini, the Deal sisters' fourth album under The Breeders moniker is a remarkably sparse, unpolished collection of discordant indie rock. Bypassing the massive pop hooks of their 90s peak, the record features skeletal arrangements, bilingual vocal tracks, and a distinctly woozy, late-night atmosphere. It rewards patient listening with its subtly brilliant, deconstructed guitar pop.