Malcolm Todd - Do That Again
Malcolm Todd - Do That Again
Alexys Hadaway shares her verdict on the brand new album by Malcolm Todd
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Since 2024, Malcolm Todd has released an album a year. 2026 marks the third album of this trend with Do That Again. Sonically, it’s similar to his other albums with a true indie sound that is almost R&B at times. There are electric guitars, drum machines, and dreamy synth sounds that make the album sound extremely cohesive.
The album kicks off with a hot start with “Jean Skirt.” Malcolm uses a very literal style of writing with the album opener, “you’re in a jean skirt/ I’m in a tank top/ now they’re on the floor.” This theme carries over to the next track, “Obsessica.” Rather than describing a one-time fling like in “Jean Skirt,” “Obsessica” follows a relationship that is not the healthiest. The song ends with more intense vocals than Malcolm’s usual softer tones, driving home the intensity of the relationship on his end.
“I Saw Your Face” tones down the sexual themes and details Malcolm letting someone go because he’s not the perfect fit for them. “I Saw Your Face” comes from the lyrics in the chorus where Malcolm describes how he would feel if he were to see said person, leading the audience to believe it would be difficult for him.
“Lonely Song” cuts the romantic theme for a bit and represents the feelings of early twenties well. The chorus features a synth-y electric guitar that plays the tune of “Mr. Lonely”.
Overall, the album carries a lot of the same themes, and almost every song is written about a relationship or former relationship. With only one or two songs straying from this theme, it’s hard to decipher one song from the other. However, what Malcolm does well in making songs differ is adding in unique parts like a voicemail in “X’s & O’s.” or fun vocals in “Good Bye.”
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