Maggie Lindemann Truly Feels Everything In Her Latest Album
If you’re looking for a new album that targets every emotion you’ve ever experienced, Maggie Lindemann has got you covered. The alternative-pop singer’s latest project, i feel everything, charges at you headfirst with themes of heartbreak, obsession, insecurity, and anger written all over it. Sonically, the album darts from pop punk to dark electropop, tied together cohesively by Lindemann’s versatile vocal performances.
At the core of this album is Lindemann’s rollercoaster of an emotional journey through love, loss, and self-discovery. Whether discussing the difficulties of a breakup or her own imposter syndrome, she approaches each song from the perspective of writing about personal experiences that also directly relate to the lives of her listeners. Tracks like “mourning” and “i don’t belong here” explore a softer, more introspective side of Lindemann’s internal conflict, while songs like “lost cause” turn her into an obsessive, controlling character. Other songs touch on the exhilaration of a whirlwind romance or a quick fling, capturing the impulsive highs that often follow emotional low points. Lindemann has truly mastered the art of creating a project that feels both honest and deeply personal, yet also universally relatable.
The exploration of genres and textures on i feel everything is nothing short of remarkable. From the sensual, thrumming bass in “fang” to the trap-inspired beat in “evil,” Lindemann is able to seamlessly integrate multiple genres into one cohesive project. Her glitchy and distorted vocals on many songs highlight more emotional points during the album (or sometimes points that lack emotion at all). Another aspect of the album that stands out is how certain musical choices coincide with the lyrical themes of the songs they feature on. For instance, the sound effect of glass breaking in “joyride”
powerfully mirrors the feeling of being young and wild. The bass in “heart drop” also resembles a heartbeat, and the synth-filled instrumentation of the entire track embodies the chaotic and sinking feeling of your heart dropping at the sight of an ex-partner. The collaborations with The Warning, Julia Wolf, and Max Fry introduced new and rich sonic textures to the table, adding fresh perspectives into Lindemann’s already vulnerable songs.
The standout (and title) track “i feel everything” features Lindemann’s emotional and vocal range on full display. Her pain is practically tangible as she sings about how drained she feels from experiencing all the emotions from the rest of the album. This song is the perfect culmination to sum up the overwhelming and simultaneous experiences of heartbreak, internal insecurities, and everything in between.
Lindemann has once again proven that her music can blend genres effortlessly without compromising lyrics, emotion, or performance quality. i feel everything is the latest reminder that vulnerability and versatility don’t have to be sacrificed for each other on a musical project; they can go hand in hand.
