Uchis builds off a classic foundation of soul, R&B, funk, and blues, bursting outward in dozens of innovative contemporary directions. On Isolation, she never sounds trapped in another era; she sounds free and inventive.
Isolation succeeds as a whole album because she flitters through different genres with apparent ease. No matter what she attempts, the songs are brimming with ideas, memorable hooks and gleaming production. They are enhanced by her adventurous and fearless spirit which shines through on this incredible debut. I’ll be surprised if there’s a better album released all year.
Isolation is a star turn from an artist who has proven she’s ready for it.
Unlike the soft, almost ingénue qualities of Por Vida, Isolation fortifies itself against unwanted faces and/or forces. Uchis grew up, and in doing so, grew harder.
Aside from a couple of unnecessary tracks (particularly the interludes), Isolation is one of the year’s great surprises.
Uchis ... has been largely underrated the past few years, but Isolation might just finally give her the attention she deserves.
Thanks to its strong melodies and aesthetic, Isolation is a great and promising full-length debut from the Colombian soul singer.
Throughout Isolation, Kali manages to channel Amy Winehouse, Lauryn Hill, Anti-era Rihanna, Donna Summer and scores of other grand divas, all while remaining true to her own indelible voice.
Isolation showcases just what made others scramble for her number: natural pop charisma and an ability to glide effortlessly between genres.
Isolation is a record that feels rich, self-assured and deeply personal – and one that should ensure Uchis isn’t relegated to second billing ever again.
Lush, sensual and eclectic, Isolation is a sure-footed declaration of independence, and each track presents one of Uchis's different facets.
Put simply, Isolation is a spectacular record, with glistening pop hooks, yearning torch ballads, oddball indie skronk and a smoky, nostalgic R’N’B vibe. There’s enough variety and sheer pop power here to merit the hype, and more.
With such a wide-ranging collection of retro sounds blended into one record, the fact that the album’s near 45-minute runtime avoids any real stale moments is another triumph from Uchis.
I have no clue as to why I skipped on this album when it came out two years ago.
"Isolation" is really cool. No not the shit that's happening now ("Never get it twisted, ain't too bougie for corona"), I mean this lovely album from Colombian singer Kali Uchis. I love the hypnagogic aesthetics here, and the arrangements and production complement them in a really beautiful way. Kali's vocals are great and her pop/R&B songwriting never ceases to impress me. Top it off with ... read more
Lovely melodies with a lot of energy and positivity imo. She had a little bit of an "outbreak" thanks to this album, and it's clear why.
Fav son; "Stranger" & "After The Storm"
Least fav: "Teeth on My Neck"
1 | Body Language 2:16 | 85 |
2 | Miami 4:03 feat. BIA | 88 |
3 | Just A Stranger 2:57 feat. Steve Lacy | 90 |
4 | Flight 22 3:36 | 85 |
5 | Your Teeth In My Neck 3:06 | 88 |
6 | Tyrant 3:24 feat. Jorja Smith | 86 |
7 | Dead To Me 3:19 | 93 |
8 | Nuestro Planeta 3:22 feat. Reykon | 78 |
9 | In My Dreams 3:21 | 84 |
10 | Gotta Get Up 1:53 | 82 |
11 | Tomorrow 3:10 | 87 |
12 | Coming Home 2:39 | 84 |
13 | After the Storm 3:27 feat. Tyler, The Creator, Bootsy Collins | 93 |
14 | Feel Like a Fool 3:05 | 90 |
15 | Killer 2:52 | 85 |
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