Review
Lana Del Rey's Ultraviolence (Deluxe) is a hauntingly beautiful journey through love, despair, and self-destruction, wrapped in her signature cinematic style. The album's rich production, courtesy of Dan Auerbach, drapes each track in moody guitars, hazy reverb, and a darkly nostalgic atmosphere. Songs like "Cruel World" and "Shades of Cool" showcase her knack for blending melancholia with glamour, while the heartbreaking simplicity of "Pretty When You Cry" highlights her raw vulnerability. The deluxe tracks, including "Black Beauty" and "Florida Kilos," add depth, expanding the album’s emotional range. Ultraviolence is a bold, unflinching exploration of Lana's artistry, capturing her smoky vocals and poetic storytelling at their best.
Info
*Ultraviolence (Deluxe)* is the second studio album by American singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey. It was released on June 13, 2014, in the United Kingdom and June 17, 2014, in the United States. The album was issued under the Interscope Records and Polydor Records labels. The album achieved significant commercial success, reaching the number one spot on both the UK Albums Chart and the US Billboard 200. It was recorded across multiple locations, including Electric Lady Studios in New York City. The production of *Ultraviolence* was primarily handled by Dan Auerbach, frontman of the Black Keys, along with additional contributions by Paul Epworth, Rick Nowels, and Greg Kurstin. The album features Lana Del Rey's signature cinematic sound, blending elements of indie rock, dream pop, and noir-inspired themes. It is celebrated for its raw and atmospheric aesthetic, cementing her reputation as an influential artist in modern music.
Tracklisting
- Cruel World
- Ultraviolence
- Shades Of Cool
- Brooklyn Baby
- West Coast
- Sad Girl
- Pretty When You Cry
- Money Power Glory
- Fucked My Way Up To The Top
- Old Money
- The Other Woman
- Black Beauty
- Guns And Roses
- Florida Kilos