‘i would read so i could write better’
production on this is amazing, my only real issue with this is the vocal performance. might be a preference but i don't like how selfcare continues to sing in a soft joji-esque way. it works for a few songs but some songs feel like they're lacking behind because of his fear of experimenting with something different. december 5th and tornado warning kids are both perfect songs, funnily enough i think it's only because the vocals really match the ... read more

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fisheatcat

the production of this mixtape is really lovely, honestly. i'm surprised such a small artist is making these serene pieces where they sound like they've come out of a studio.

however, this project wears its influences way too hard on it's sleeve. it's not bad, but the songs are pretty samey and joji-esque. also, the artist likes to repeat their choruses at the end of their songs which i guess is "normal", but with the slow pacing of the tracks, it feels weird to have no variation ... read more

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