Soon, Echo Of Love ushers in an enthusiastic tropical vibe, whilst the The-Go!-Team-inspired title-track offers a unique interlude, the anathematic rocker sung entirely in Spanish. Beyond the first half of the record, however – contrary to first impressions – La Liberación runs out of steam rather quickly. The record stoops to become a casual, predictable enough affair, lacking the irresistible charm of its pop-laden beginnings.
Capturing the band’s fun, freewheeling expertise, La Liberación is a fine party record. However, much like any good party, its legacy appears doomed to be remembered in mere fragments. La Liberación will not be embraced as a comprehensively outstanding record, but remains an enjoyable body of work nevertheless.
