In Beck's case, it happens to be electronic innovation just for innovation's sake. Though trying to stay ahead of the times, the result sounds old and sterile, much like his empty fuzak albums of the '80s. The guitar playing, nevertheless, remains stellar, even when obscured behind a bed of house music. While it's unlikely the track will affect your own driving, it still demonstrates a beautiful right-handed slide technique Beck has mastered. It's a perfect approximation of Indian raga-style riffing, albeit on a Stratocaster.
Humans often marvel at birdsong, and no one seems to have duplicated the unique musicianship.
In fact, it's probably the best idea he's had in a long, long time. Stick to the guitar, Jeffrey. All rights reserved.