Posts tagged "soul"
Overgrown James Blake
It’s beautifully discreet, formed with an elegance that pushes it to the point of invisibility — blissful for some, but perhaps too despondent for others.
The Colour in Anything James Blake
For an album that clocks in well over the hour mark, it’s regrettably unambitious and even a little safe. This is effectively James Blake on autopilot.
"Awaken, My Love!" Childish Gambino
The album boasts a lush, colourful sound, drawing from elements of funk and soul to create an impressively modern vibe. It's just a shame it's so cartoonish.
Songs in the Key of Life Stevie Wonder
The jams are drawn out in a ceremonious manner, with hooks piled on top of other hooks; each chorus repeated enough for it to become a sing-along.
Broken Politics Neneh Cherry
For every moment of serenity there's a feeling of incompleteness, and the result is an album that's sadly unmemorable.
IGOR Tyler, the Creator
Tyler plays against his strengths and manages to push himself to make a good non-rap album. That in itself is pretty fucking fascinating.
There Is No Year Algiers
Throughout much of its run-time, There is No Year seems content revelling in its own (admittedly awe-inspiring) ambience.
Arlo Parks debuts with moreish confidence
Drawing from a melting pot of influences, Parks delivers ice cool nonchalance and honest intimacy in a debut record as exciting as it is impressive.
Daddy’s Home St. Vincent
Annie Clark wrangles a myriad of vintage sounds and gives them a stunning contemporary sheen, but it is in service of a world unquestionably her own. David Bowie and Mia Wallace had a sweet baby girl and abandoned her in South Queens.
CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST Tyler, the Creator
The record transcends hip-hop, a buttery fusion of rap, soul, synth-pop, jazz, and a whole lot more. There’s even a reggae section that hits the spot.