The Theory Of Absolutely Nothing. Alex the Astronaut

The name Alex the Astronaut made me think to start listening to a man singing, but that is far from the truth. Alex(andra) Lynn from Australia presents herself on her first album as a self-assured singer who borrows from what is popular in singer-songwriter land, read Ed Sheeran et al and modern pop singers like Billy Eilish, and then opens her own universe for us.

The result is a record that holds its own easily. The songs are solid thanks to the groove the rhythm section lays down and free flowing thanks to Alex Lynn's presentation of her songs. There's little room for doubt left in there. Her voice has this little edge to it, making sure attention is paid. The result is more oomph than is present in Sheeran's little toe and more rock than Eilish will ever find. It is here that the unavoidable name of Courtney Barnett has to be dropped. You will have to conclude for yourself whether connotation is correct or not. Let me state that Alex Lynn certainly has heard at least one of Ms. Barnett's records. Again I add that she adds enough of her own here.

I won't deny that there's room for progression where the songwriting is concerned as not all songs are 100% interesting for the whole ride. This does not mean that Alex the Astronaut doesn't dare to take on an in general important issue, like in-home abuse and personal topics close to herself, like break ups and falling in love again.

Promo photo: Jess Gleeson

The title The Theory Of Absolutely Nothing shows that certainties can drop away when growing up. Like studying math in New York. The world may be totally different and from there you continue to develop and grow. Alex Lynn does just that and voices her doubts and new found certainties. As a listener I am taken into that process by listening to the observations she makes along the way. This results in a few songs that could become hits if taken on by the radio and songs that will speak to the more serious connoisseur of singer-songwriter songs. The combination attest to a well-balanced album for a young artist. She shows the different sides she has within herself very competently.

Although before this album two EPs and a slew of singles were released, this album is her true debut and one that she can look at with a feeling of satisfaction. I'm sure her dad sat out the ride she takes her listeners on. (Go to the end of the album to understand.) I did multiple times with ease and am even certain dad is proud of his daughter.

Wo.


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