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• Ko Ko Mo – Striped | maxazine.com
The French duo Ko Ko Mo proves with their fourth album, Striped, that they can more than just create raw garage rock. Warren Mouton and Kevin K20 Grosmolard have enriched their characteristic sound with a surprising electronic layer, without abandoning their rock foundation. While the duo was previously often compared to acts like The White Stripes and The Black Keys, Striped reveals a clear musical evolution. The production is more layered and thought-out than on earlier releases. Tracks like The Wise and On the Run broaden the sound palette with subtle elements like sitar, immediately evoking the experimental spirit of The Beatles in their later years. The electronic additions are the most striking aspect of Ko Ko Mo's new direction. Synthesizers, featured prominently across several tracks, bring to mind The Who in their more progressive phases. This modern approach creates an intriguing tension with the raw rock energy that the duo naturally exudes. Mouton's androgynous vocals shine on this album more t