Music Capsule Review

Animal Rights (1996)

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Lead Performance: Moby

C+

By David Browne

David Browne

David Browne is EW's music critic and author of ''Dream Brother: The Lives & Music of Jeff & Tim Buckley'' (HarperCollins)

MOBY Animal Rights (Elektra) In a baffling move, the artist formerly known as the techno prince forsakes computers for metallic guitars, punky ravings, and prog-rock instrumentals. Alas, the synthesized sterility that works so well for ambient doesn't translate to hardcore; much of the album feels arid, extra dry. Scattered amidst the 16 erratic tracks are several gems -- including the jackhammer rant ''Come On Baby'' and the instrumental ''Alone,'' with its sad, rain-pellet beats. If the aural beauty of previous Moby aimed for transcendence, the intentionally ugly Animal Rights brings everything crashing back down to earth. C+

Posted Feb 21, 1997

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