Marina and her diamonds are back with the next release from their album 'The Family Jewels,' the rather oddly spelt 'Shampain.' So, is this just another typical pop song or yet another topsy turvy and all round rather confusing offering from the Queen of Quirk? Well...what do you expect...
Continuing with her 80s vibe, this track is electro driven and harbours a rather aggressive thumping beat, which when blended with Marina's voice gives the track a touch of the Blondie effect. The vocals are clear and powerful, not to be outdone by the pulsating rhythm, it's clear Diamandis is at her best, displaying her extremely unique talents.
Contradictory to the irresistible uptempo backing track, are the depressing and altogether a little bit mental lyrics, which show that in this song, the Welsh beauty is not a happy bunny. Even the use of the evocatively spelt title, 'Shampain,' shows a darker side to the quirky exterior of Diamondis. It is clear that the songstress is bitter and lonely, which throws the upbeat rhythm into a bit of a paradox.
Whilst this song is not quite as catchy as her previous efforts such as 'Oh No!' and 'Hollywood,' it is still a worthy release, and we love the church choir-like breakdown to the 'I feel celestial' line towards the latter part of the track. Yet again, Marina shows that nothing is as it seems in her indecisive and eccentric world.
7/10 - Oh No!...not quite as spicey as 'Oh No!'
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