A reinvention via electronica and introspection, lush and forward-looking. Widely seen as her artistic peak. Glossy, spiritual and assured. Holds up as a strong record in its own right, not just context.
On vinyl: Original '90s vinyl varies — some pressings are excellent, others poorly quality-controlled.
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