Domesticated (Sébastien Tellier album)

Domesticated is the seventh studio album by French musician Sébastien Tellier, released on May 29, 2020, through Record Makers.

The album marks a shift in Tellier's sonic landscape, moving away from the overtly romantic and whimsical sounds of his previous work towards a more electronic, industrial, and sometimes minimalist approach. This change in direction is partly attributed to Tellier's exploration of themes related to home life, technology, and the tension between freedom and constraint within modern domesticity.

Lyrically, Domesticated explores themes of routine, technology's influence on relationships, the challenges of modern living, and the blurring lines between personal and digital spaces. While retaining elements of Tellier's signature humor and eccentricity, the album also delves into more introspective and somber territory.

The album was preceded by the singles "Domestic Tasks," "Stuck in a Summer Love," and "Venezia." Domesticated received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its sonic experimentation and thematic depth, although some noted its departure from Tellier's earlier, more accessible sound.