My answer, nothing. I will start all of this by saying that I am NOT a fan of No Doubt. I hated ska before they popped it up and I still hate it. But, I love the new solo album by Stefani entitles "Love Angel Music Baby". The album is a hodgepodge of styles and sounds. The whole thing is a sloppy kiss to the music she (and I) grew up on.
In the US, this album has not gotten loads of praise, but it has killed in Europe. It's easy to see why. Most Americans want sincere music, they hate camp, irony, or humor in music (look at Robbie Williams and The Darkness. Two really great sounds, that have not made it stateside or American acts like Rufus Wainright and Scissor Sisters who hangs on the edges.) The fluffy, poppy, and very "gay" sound turn off many. This knee jerk reaction is similar to disco hate. (Another topic for another time.)
Stefani's album has tracks that feel like PIL, Grease, Stetsasonic, Force MDs, and many songs you might remember skating too. I feel for this album immediately. Women ages 25-35 will have an affinity for the music here, its what you heard every Friday during All Skate.
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