The best example of this is probably on “Imposter Syndrome,” which finds Gish wondering whether she has the competence to live as a human or if life might be easier as a dog. ![]() Gish often displays a refined understanding of songwriting, surprising for someone of her age. On “Persephone,” she comically confuses the Greek goddess for the more modern “purse-a-phone.” On “Mouth Log,” she reflects on her self-destructive habits, while including ridiculous references to both meme groups “where everyone fights and tries to make straight white boys cry” and Ina and Jeffrey from Barefoot Contessa. Gish is a master of ironic introspection. The rest of the album continues in a similar vein, contrasting societal expectations with feelings of uncertainty about the future. ![]() On the introductory skit “Bird Lesson” and the immediately following “Sin Triangle,” Gish juxtaposes a 1950s-esque “scientific” voice with her own ambivalent lyrics to question the reliability of the authorities on topics such as education, automation and personality. The opening tracks showcase Gish’s ability to consider complex situations in nuanced yet amusing ways. All the while, she pairs her wry humor with playful melodies to create a fun, albeit somewhat melancholy, album. She deftly immerses us in both everyday happenings and the larger quandaries of coming of age in the era of the internet. On “No Dogs Allowed,” she writes about what she knows best, inviting listeners to see the world through her eyes. Sidney Gish is a 20-year-old student at Northeastern University in Boston, and she has a penchant for songwriting well beyond her years. Although the album “No Dogs Allowed” by Sidney Gish debuted on the last day of 2017, it merits a review even months after its release.
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