REVIEW: lynch. — THE AVOIDED SUN / SHADOWS
Album Review: lynch. — THE AVOIDED SUN / SHADOWS (2025)
Verdict: ★★★★☆ (~4/5) • Style: Retake / Revisited Indie VK / Modern polish
Context & Release
lynch. announced this as their second retake album, reworking earlier indie discography on September 24, 2025. It’s part of their 20th Anniversary Project, revisiting “THE AVOIDED SUN” and “SHADOWS” with new production and a refreshed sound.
Sound & Highlights
The remakes lean into polish and clarity. Some fans feel the raw edges of the original versions are softened. Others praise clarity in the guitars and renewed energy in tracks like “Enemy” and “Bringer.”
- “Enemy” / “Bringer”: More punchy than their older takes.
- Track variety: The double album includes their indie-era tracks plus one new song.
Listen here
Both albums are now on Spotify (and other streaming platforms).
Reception & Fan Impressions
Not everyone is thrilled: some fans say the polish dilutes original character. But others say the remakes bring clarity and new life to older songs. One user: “They didn’t need to go that hard on I’M SICK … I prefer original mixes.”
Pros & Cons
- + Pros: modern production, accessibility, renewed versions for new listeners.
- – Cons: some lose the raw charm; over-smoothing in drums or vocals complained by fans.
Final Thoughts
This isn’t a radical reinvention, but it’s a meaningful revisit. For new fans, it’s a strong introduction to lynch.’s early catalog. For longtime fans, it’s a chance to hear classics with modern clarity—warts and all.
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