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Elkka's 27-minute EP Euphoric Melodies is a cohesive piece of accomplished house electronica. It evokes feelings of elation through entrancing instrumental basslines, rhythm sections and motifs.
She's created a warm, escapist sound palette here that's not too distant from that of her labelmate Sofia Kourtesis' 2021 EP Fresia Magdalena. The music is more mesmerizing than it is euphoric, the type that may not initially grab you on first listen, but becomes more addictive with a new clipped ... read more
She's created a warm, escapist sound palette here that's not too distant from that of her labelmate Sofia Kourtesis' 2021 EP Fresia Magdalena. The music is more mesmerizing than it is euphoric, the type that may not initially grab you on first listen, but becomes more addictive with a new clipped ... read more
SOUR is a formulaic, predictable breakup album. A collection of similar sounding ballads, it mostly follows the same song structure of her hit single "drivers license": muted moody verses, belted chorus and layered vocal effect on the bridge.
Her indie girl voice is better than most, but she has an unpleasant timbre at times with belting that quickly becomes flat and repetitive. "good 4 u" and "jealousy jealousy" do well to keep things fun with their angsty pop ... read more
Her indie girl voice is better than most, but she has an unpleasant timbre at times with belting that quickly becomes flat and repetitive. "good 4 u" and "jealousy jealousy" do well to keep things fun with their angsty pop ... read more
A stark contrast to the dictionary definition of waste or debris of any kind, Detritus resembles a personal journey fitting for the aftermath of a tragic event. Rich in timbre and intricate patterns, Sarah's violin playing is emotive and exhibits great restraint. There is a variety of tempos and other instruments that keep things interesting here too, including synth, drums and ethereal wordless vocals.
The album climaxes on the lengthy "Tumble Down the Undecided" and "Shed ... read more
The album climaxes on the lengthy "Tumble Down the Undecided" and "Shed ... read more
Black to the Future textures Sons of Kemets' worldview through an unconventional jazz lens. They eschew expectations of the genre here through a more Afro-Caribbean emphasis on drums, horn hooks and brass.
The varied and layered arrangements feel both laid back and urgent, and balanced by great sequencing. Joshua Idehen introduces and hits the racial justice message home with a powerful delivery that invites inner reflection but his words feel short-sighted. The instrumental tracks prove the ... read more
The varied and layered arrangements feel both laid back and urgent, and balanced by great sequencing. Joshua Idehen introduces and hits the racial justice message home with a powerful delivery that invites inner reflection but his words feel short-sighted. The instrumental tracks prove the ... read more
This EP starts sounding more dull and more unfinished with every play. It feels like the scrapped version of Jorja's second album, rather than something to tide us over to it.
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May 17, 2021
Hey there! I’m making a community list for the end of the world, and I would love for you to contribute.
Prompt:
“The surrounding buildings, in ruins. The remaining survivors, scrambling to find anything that remains. Fire flickers in the pitch-black, creating just a sliver of radiance. Miraculously, you find an old device that can play music. You can only play one album as the battery is nearly dead. Knowing that you have little time left, what is the one album that you choose to listen to as you watch the world crumble before your eyes?”
The album topic could discuss a disastrous time, its sound could fit the vibe of a post apocalyptic setting, or it could be one of your favorite albums that you would want to experience for the last time.
Please provide the artist, album, and an explanation as to why you chose that specific album.
Thank you for reading <3
Here’s the list:
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/loganchung/list/44721/the-world-is-endingbut-were-still-here-right/
Prompt:
“The surrounding buildings, in ruins. The remaining survivors, scrambling to find anything that remains. Fire flickers in the pitch-black, creating just a sliver of radiance. Miraculously, you find an old device that can play music. You can only play one album as the battery is nearly dead. Knowing that you have little time left, what is the one album that you choose to listen to as you watch the world crumble before your eyes?”
The album topic could discuss a disastrous time, its sound could fit the vibe of a post apocalyptic setting, or it could be one of your favorite albums that you would want to experience for the last time.
Please provide the artist, album, and an explanation as to why you chose that specific album.
Thank you for reading <3
Here’s the list:
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/loganchung/list/44721/the-world-is-endingbut-were-still-here-right/
May 15, 2021
I try to get to all submissions in a timely manner, but some take priority based on the year of release etc. I do appreciate all of your contributions to the site. Let me know if you have any ideas on how to make the process more appealing to you.
May 13, 2021
Hello, all right? I hope so! After well, I come here to ask you what is your favorite artwork! (It's for a list) 😚😚😚😚😚😚
May 13, 2021
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Send me a color and an album that you like, If you want to write something you like album this album feel free to do it!
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Send me a color and an album that you like, If you want to write something you like album this album feel free to do it!
Or you can just send the name and the color.
check the live update here all the time:
https://www.albumoftheyear.org/user/marvelgaryen/list/44525/-the-rainbow-list-/
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Recommended:
Elkka - Euphoric Melodies
Leon Vynehall - Rare, Forever
"Upsetting. But I won’t give up. My career was built on failures and not following the mold. I won’t stop. I never have and never will. I still believe in the album. And I still will push. No matter what." - Bebe Rexha
"A load of trash. You shut up. Ugly. Amazing album dope unique lyrical goat album best ever maybe album best ever 2021" - AOTY user Awesome
he/him
PFP: legend from AHS
Recommended:
Elkka - Euphoric Melodies
Leon Vynehall - Rare, Forever
"Upsetting. But I won’t give up. My career was built on failures and not following the mold. I won’t stop. I never have and never will. I still believe in the album. And I still will push. No matter what." - Bebe Rexha
"A load of trash. You shut up. Ugly. Amazing album dope unique lyrical goat album best ever maybe album best ever 2021" - AOTY user Awesome
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