I really wasn't sure what to expect from Anus. Alaska in a connoisseur of everything, and she gives us just that. Going from high octane electro pop to spoken word to '50s-influenced/Teen Beach Movie-esque sing-along pop, it's a journey that can't be recreated. Alaska continually takes the hate and negativity thrown her way and re-purposes it for herself, and that's what this album is.
Starting off with 'Hieeee', Alaska basically sets up the album for us. She re-introduces us to all of the famous catchphrases from Drag Race and basically tells us that if we see a flaw we should squint. This album is for those who "get it" and if you don't then too bad. The spoken word track is already iconic, and that effortlessly flows into a progression of tracks naming the body parts.

The title track refers to the anus as the "pussy hole," and it's hard to understand how a song like that can be so infectious but that's the genius of Alaska. Moving on to 'Pussy' which I thought would be a major banger is actually a sweet love song, and it celebrates love of all sorts. Alaska isn't judging. It's really hard to understand where 'Beard' is going, but there's something about freedom and ecstasy so it has to be good. And then ending this chapter is the new single 'This Is My Hair' that is easily one of the best tracks on the album on which Alaska makes sure we know she doesn't wear wigs.
Then comes the previously released single 'Nails', preceded by the gorgeous piano intro, which of course sets Alaska's number one rule for doing drag. Michelle Visage approves. And suddenly the album goes where no one expected. 'Gimme All Your Money' sees Alaska getting urban on this trap song. Laganja comes in to give a rap, and it's actually awesome to see Alaska giving us something so unexpected.

'Everything Tonight' and 'Best Night Ever' are quite similar, going more the Adore Delano route, but are equally infectious. This is straight up pop music that'll appeal more to the masses. This album wouldn't be complete without the AAA Girls reuniting and they do just that on 'The Shade of It All'. This is basically Alaska's version of 'We Are the World' and it's quite hilarious because Willam and Courtney Act are seemingly trying to outsing each other and Alaska's just taking it all in while the spotlight is still firmly focused on herself. It's actually quite incredible to hear the singing that's happening on his track because it's amazing.
'Legendary' is Alaska's own reflection on the early loss of pop stars as she sings, "Even after dying in a plane crash I'd be famous." It's sort of got a 'Leaving On a Jet Plane' vibe (ironically) and is one of my favorites. Following that is 'Killer' which is where Alaska gives us a true ballad that is dark and emulates the stylings on Lana Del Rey and I'm totally here for it. And of course closing the album is her iconic 'Your Makeup Is Terrible', arguably the best song a Drag Race queen has ever put out. It's high octane dance pop at its finest.

It's so incredibly different than any of the other queens' albums, and it's one hundred percent authentically Alaska. It's a labor of love for Alaska and everyone should grab a copy and support this queen because she's simply beyond. And if you're ever feeling down always remember that Alaska loves your pussy!