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The Great Divine feels like Noah Kahan pushing himself further emotionally and lyrically than ever before. Right away, it’s clear that his songwriting has evolved — many of these tracks sound deeply heartfelt, with Noah digging into more complex emotions and ideas than in his previous work. There’s a sincerity to the writing that makes the album feel very personal and emotionally exposed.

At the same time, this is an incredibly dense record. Emotionally and lyrically, it can ... read more

God, I just love Kacey. Her voice is absolutely stunning — soft, clear, and effortlessly expressive in a way that instantly draws you in. Even before getting into the music itself, her presence alone already elevates the listening experience.

Up until 2018, Kacey was actually unknown to me. It was through Golden Hour that I finally discovered her, and I’m genuinely glad I did. Since then, I’ve been following her work closely, and going back to Middle of Nowhere only ... read more

It took me a while to finally sit down with Swag II, partly because I didn’t enjoy its predecessor, Swag, all that much. Over time, I came to appreciate that record a bit more, but it’s still far from something I’d consider good — at least for me. Add to that the fact that Swag II is another long project, stretching across 23 tracks, and my expectations were already a bit cautious.

Listening to it, I found a similar pattern to its predecessor. The album starts off ... read more

Justin’s voice remains one of his strongest assets — smooth, controlled, and naturally suited for pop and R&B. He also clearly knows how to craft catchy songs, and there are moments here where that instinct works in his favor. A few tracks are undeniably enjoyable in the moment, easy to listen to and built for replay.

However, beyond that surface appeal, the album struggles to offer much depth. The songwriting feels shallow, often relying on familiar themes without adding ... read more