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Sep 20, 2016Strange Diary is a striking both for the directness with which it addresses its subject matter and the unwaveringly enjoyable, gorgeous music that cushions it.
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Sep 20, 2016It feels like a tightly wound, meticulously crafted gem of an album. When you tack on the album's intense emotional resonance, Strange Diary has vaulted itself into the conversation for the year's most powerful albums.
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Sep 20, 2016There is certain clarity in Strange Diary that keeps the album cohesive, although it can become stagnant at times. The album’s slick production wards this off almost entirely, setting a strong foundation for Fein to recoup her poise.
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Sep 20, 2016Strange Diary is an instantly appealing debut album that distills several years' worth of ups and downs into a set of sharp, affectionate tunes.