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After four albums of the same dreamy, subtle, electronica-tinged indie pop, Stars modernized their formula for 2010’s The Five Ghosts and underwhelmed with dance beats heavy on synths and light on enthusiasm. On The North, the Toronto five-piece blends old and new, saving its sound from getting stale without making another apathetic play at assimilating into the ’80s-retro craze. A touch of sonic glitter and melodic energy gives a little kick to the group’s gently grand compositions, and it goes a long way—there’s a fresh, focused vibe across The North, breathing new life into a band that had become a bit of a chore to listen to. — The A.V. Club
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