With Zamba puta, La Lá delivers an album that is both poetic and daring, where Latin American tradition meets a modern and deeply personal sensibility. Her delicate, sometimes fragile voice unfolds over subtle arrangements that shift between intimate softness and more assertive bursts. The artist explores themes of identity, freedom, and femininity with great sincerity, turning each track into a confession that feels both intimate and universal. It’s a work that stands out for its ... read more
With Ylang Ylang, FKJ delivers an intimate and airy project, filled with softness and nostalgia. The album blends his electronic roots with touches of soul and R&B, while leaving plenty of room for textures and dreamy melodies.
This project is a bold fusion of psychedelic jazz, and lo-fi grooves. The musicians of Jazzbois deliver tracks that are both dreamy and hard-hitting, where jazz improvisations meet heavy, organic beats. Jazzbois Goes Blunt succeeds in creating an atmosphere that is both relaxing and hypnotic, perfect for attentive listening as well as for an immersive background vibe. A work that confirms the band’s talent for reinventing jazz within a contemporary aesthetic.
Melbourne’s Hiatus Kaiyote delivers some of the most engaging art-pop/neo-soul of the decade. From the hypnotic opener ‘Shaolin Monk Motherfunk’ to the dynamic, genre-blending production, the album keeps you hooked from start to finish. Naomi Saalfield absolutely kills it on vocals, and the band’s signature atmosphere shines throughout. A must-listen for anyone craving inventive, infectious grooves.
One of hip hop’s most criminally underrated albums. It’s smooth, groovy, and deeply immersive, with sharp, thoughtful lyrics that put you in the mind of a Black woman, exploring her thoughts and socio-political perspective. Every element feels perfectly crafted, from the beats to the storytelling—an absolute gem that deserves way more recognition.
The production is exceptional, giving the artist the perfect space to deliver their lyrics. While we don’t have a top-tier rapper here, the style is definitely on point!
Consistency is the album’s strongest suit—track after track delivers quality, even if none quite break through as undeniable standouts. Fans of early-to-mid ‘90s boom bap and jazz-inflected rap will find plenty to appreciate, but the project doesn’t quite capture the spark that defined the era’s best. Had it dropped before the wave of similar releases, it might have made a bigger impact.
I didn’t expect to fall for this album as much as I did — the beauty of it completely won me over. Her voice is warm, soothing, and beautifully expressive, perfectly matched by the jazzy, bossa, and pop arrangements that make every track a pleasure to listen to. She feels like the renaissance of today’s bossa. For a debut album, she clearly guides us toward the light.
The instrumentals are inventive and richly layered, and the smooth switch between English and Japanese vocals ... read more
Oui ! Big Ghost on the boards, UFO abductions, and whatever else he threw in. Confident, daring, and full of energy, yet somehow still dark and menacing. Boastful lyrics, catchy hooks, and an impressive range of beats from Big Ghost establishing himself as one of the best producers.
C'est bon c'était bien au début mais tu deviens redondant ... C'est un excellent rappeur mais il va falloir élever le niveau dans les lyrics surtout s'il veut s'imposer comme une référence ...
Intéressant montrant qu'il peut varier ses styles tout en étant profond et cohérent dans ses propos !
Nothing major, a bit anecdotal, but still enjoyable—it’s always nice to have.”
This collaboration really exceeded expectations. 38 Spesh brings some excellent beats — he’s clearly in top form. OT just has to deliver, and he does. This album is a reference point for OT, further establishing him in the game and earning both recognition and respect.
One could have been worried about this combination, knowing DJ Premier’s complex style opposed to Roc Marciano’s stripped-down approach… but surprisingly, the mix works perfectly, proving that Roc and Dj Premier are one of the best in the rap game.
It feels more like a mixtape than an album, and that’s a shame. He’s trying to please everyone by throwing in tracks from all kinds of styles, and that’s what’s disappointing! The first six are just incredible, showing that JID is one of the best rappers of our generation, but the artistic direction that follows is weak… really sad.