Released on April 12, 2025, as a Record Store Day exclusive, this project sees British producer Joe Thornalley, known for his work with Frank Ocean and Travis Scott, take a scalpel to a downtempo masterpiece, crafting something that feels both nostalgic and startlingly new. From the outset, Blue Moon Safari establishes itself as more than a remix album—it’s a dialogue with the past. Vegyn dismantles and reconstructs AIR’s dreamy synths, groovy basslines, and lush melodies with ... read more
"Suddenly" is a beautiful song—bright, colorful, and full of life. It has a kind of simplicity that draws you in, while still being rich and detailed. The piano and synths in the background add layers of texture and depth. "Big Empty Country" though feels like its shadow—just as beautiful, but quieter, more ambient. It leans into the kind of atmosphere Brian Eno is known for. The YouTube video for it uses one of Eno’s visual pieces for the cover, with ... read more
The soft piano, the layered vocals, the cinematic pacing—it brings back the feel of Lana Del Rey’s older songs without repeating them. The lyrics feel pulled from a diary, honest and vulnerable in a way that doesn’t try to impress. There’s a playfulness and lightness in how she sings the chorus, especially. Still, the song didn’t really stick with me. It didn’t feel especially catchy, at least not yet. And I wasn’t that moved by the central ... read more
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