Sharkwaves is a compilation album featuring various artists, and it offers a diverse range of musical styles. The album has received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its innovative approach, while others criticized it for lacking coherence.
The album opens with "Cruel World" by the band Phantogram, a haunting and atmospheric track that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Other standout tracks include "Shark Smile" by Big Thief, a melodic and melancholic ballad that showcases the band's emotional depth, and "The Louvre" by Lorde, a catchy pop song with a powerful chorus.
However, some tracks on the album feel out of place, such as "Redbone" by Childish Gambino, a funk-inspired track that doesn't fit in with the rest of the album's indie and alternative sound. Additionally, some songs lack the same level of quality as the album's stronger tracks.