KicK iii
Arca · 2021
35 min · 12 tracks · experimental music
A bold fusion of experimental soundscapes and reggaeton rhythms, pushing the boundaries of identity and desire.
Top tracks — play these first
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Bruja Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its haunting vocals and pulsating beats, encapsulating the album's blend of vulnerability and strength.
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Fiera — Fiera features dynamic shifts in rhythm and texture that showcase Arca's ability to merge emotional depth with danceable energy.
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Skullqueen — With its ethereal production and poignant lyrics about transformation and self-acceptance, Skullqueen stands out as an anthem for marginalized identities.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Arca's KicK iii showcases innovative compositions and bold production choices, making it distinct within experimental music.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features layered vocal samples and reggaeton beats, immediately establishing a rhythmic intensity.
- The use of dissonant harmonies and unconventional song structures is prevalent, particularly in tracks like 'Skullqueen' and 'Intimate Flesh'.
- The final track, 'Joya', serves as a reflective conclusion, contrasting the frenetic energy of earlier songs with a more subdued atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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9/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with varied intensity
- adventurous soundscapes for exploration
- brief tracks for quick engagement
- visceral emotions throughout the journey
Maybe skip if you
- prefer longer, cohesive pieces
- seek straightforward, predictable sounds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Experimental — Deliberately pushes boundaries of sound and identity, diverging from earlier works.
- Moods
- Energetic
- Career context
- By the time of KicK iii's release in December 2021, Arca had established themselves as a pioneering figure in the experimental music scene, following their acclaimed album Kick I & II. This album serves as a continuation of their exploration of gender and sexuality, further solidifying their position within the avant-garde pop landscape.
Tracklist
- 1 Bruja Start here 3:50
- 2 Incendio 2:44
- 3 Morbo 2:15
- 4 Fiera 4:28
- 5 Skullqueen 2:33
- 6 Electra Rex 2:08
- 7 Ripples 2:09
- 8 Rubberneck 2:28
- 9 Señorita 2:21
- 10 My 2 3:15
- 11 Intimate Flesh 3:32
- 12 Joya 3:55
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