Loconweed

 Lounge music for refined tastes. Nu-jazz with a soul spirit.

 "Say Ah!" opens with 'Arroyo' breaking jazz canons by replacing brass with a moog.

Madlib’s 'Say Ah!' offers a refined nu-jazz lounge experience full of soul and funk influences. The album features six tracks packed with smooth grooves, vibraphone elegance, and cosmic synths. Performed by Madlib’s fictional ensemble Yesterday New Quintet, it explores creative jazz fusion and chill vibes. The blend of jazz instrumentation with modern production creates an engaging and relaxing listening experience. Experience the smooth nu-jazz and soulful beats of Madlib's 'Say Ah!'—stream or explore it today!

 Owl is a deeply earthy and human album, with rarefied atmospheres rather than dark ones.

 "Owls are not what they seem."

Steven R. Smith's 'Owl' is an earthy psychedelic album that steers away from typical sixties revival styles. Using guitar and subtle vocal elements, the album offers rarefied and human atmospheres. Tracks evolve from dissonance to folk softness, making this album a fitting introduction to Smith's prolific work. Explore Steven R. Smith's 'Owl' for a fresh take on earthy psychedelic music—listen now and dive into its rich atmospheres.

 "Silently. Quietly. Going Away" is a debut album that sounds fresh, despite having explicit influences from names with strong nineties connotations.

 If they were born in Illinois or Massachusetts, they would already be among the high scoring albums on Pitchfork.

Any Other's debut album "Silently. Quietly. Going Away." offers a fresh take on indie rock with strong 90s influences. The project, led by Adele Nigro, uses minimal instrumentation enriched by keyboards to create a cohesive 40-minute experience. The autobiographical lyrics capture the spirit and feelings of youth. The album stands out on the 2015 Italian music scene and deserves wider recognition comparable to similar international acts. Explore Any Other’s debut album and experience the fresh indie sound with authentic 90s vibes—listen now!

 "But You Caint Use My Phone" is far from a pretentious or ambitious work, but unfortunately, it confirms the compositional decline of her latest releases.

 Undoubtedly standing out is the reinterpretation of Drake’s hit "Hotline Bling," where the cell phone becomes a cel u lar device.

Erykah Badu's mixtape 'But You Caint Use My Phone' returns after five years, focusing on a unique telephony theme with notable collaborations. While it shows creative ideas, it falls short compared to her earlier influential works. The mixtape mixes neo-soul and rap rhythms but confirms a compositional decline seen in recent projects. The standout track is a notable cover of Drake's 'Hotline Bling'. Overall, it plays a secondary role in Badu's discography. Discover Erykah Badu’s unique mixtape blending neo-soul and rap—listen to 'But You Caint Use My Phone' and explore its telephony theme!

 "Fading Frontiers is POP, in the most genuine sense of the term."

 "Deerhunter partly set aside the experimentalisms that characterized their previous episodes to focus on a quest for the song form."

Deerhunter’s 'Fading Frontier' is a 36-minute album embracing a more accessible pop form while preserving the band’s unique ethereal and ambient punk identity. Bradford Cox leads this minimalist and melodic exploration, marked by influences from various artists and genres. The album balances experimentation with songwriting, resulting in a fresh yet familiar sound. Notable tracks include 'Snakeskin,' 'Ad Astra,' and 'Living My Life,' highlighting Deerhunter’s compositional strengths. Listen to Deerhunter's Fading Frontier and dive into its unique blend of pop and ambient punk today!

 La Di Da Di is anything but a bad record, but it has the limitation of a certain monothematic composition and at the same time does not seem to head toward any precise coordinates.

 Battles, however, deserve credit for offering a unique sound, unmatched in the market: a math rock as much robotic and edgy as, albeit atypically, danceable and dance-oriented.

La Di Da Di marks Battles’ return after four years, now as a trio and fully instrumental. The album blends math rock, funk, electronics, and post-rock with energetic and intricate rhythms. While maintaining a unique and cohesive sound, it lacks the creative spark of earlier works featuring former member Tyondai Braxton. Overall, it represents a solid but somewhat restrained step in Battles’ evolution, best enjoyed as a continuous suite. Dive into Battles’ La Di Da Di for a unique instrumental journey blending math rock and groove—listen and experience the intensive energy now!

 "Wilco seems to have fun recording an album that, at least formally, doesn’t have many pretensions."

 "The ninth episode of the Wilco saga, though a minor episode, is certainly not the misstep that one might expect in an impeccable discography."

Wilco's ninth album, Star Wars, was a surprise release in 2015, offered free for 30 days. The album reflects a relaxed, joyful vibe with diverse influences from their 20-year career. Despite its short length, it showcases a fresh and enjoyable sound that fits well within Wilco's strong discography. The band treats this album as a fun gift rather than a major milestone but still delivers quality music. Discover Wilco's playful surprise album Star Wars—listen now and explore their rich musical evolution!

 Madlib once again proves that he has been chewing on jazz since adolescence.

 Shades of Blue is a successful attempt to give new life to a timeless genre, without ever denaturing or corrupting the originality of the tracks.

Madlib's album Shades of Blue is a creative reinterpretation of classic Blue Note jazz tracks. The producer blends hip-hop beats, live instrumentation, and jazz standards, honoring the original material while adding his unique touch. Rooted in musical heritage, the album acts as both homage and innovative fusion. It highlights Madlib's deep jazz knowledge and versatile artistry. Dive into Madlib's Shades of Blue and experience the vibrant fusion of classic jazz and modern hip-hop beats today!

 "Paralyzed Mind of the Archangel Void is not the soundtrack of a hallucinatory movie; it is the movie itself."

 It is total improvisation, but without exceeding in onanistic experimentalism.

The review situates Harmony Rockets' Paralyzed Mind of the Archangel Void as a 1995 side project of Mercury Rev during a pivotal transitional period. It is a live 40-minute improvised jam merging krautrock and free-jazz with psychedelic avant-garde elements. The album serves as a cosmic, hypnotic journey that moves away from Mercury Rev’s earlier noisy psychedelia and later dreamy pop styles. Although challenging and unconventional, it offers a unique auditory experience that resists easy categorization. Dive into the cosmic improvisation of Harmony Rockets and experience a psychedelic journey like no other.

 "The departure from the tropicalista aesthetic is evident right from the gloomy cover, which could be that of any post-punk or gothic rock record."

 "With the collaboration of Rogerio Duprat... Os Mutantes probably reached their artistic peak."

Os Mutantes' 1970 album 'A divina comédia ou ando meio desligado' represents a significant stylistic shift away from Tropicalismo toward darker, more psychedelic sounds. The album features inventive arrangements by Rogerio Duprat and showcases Rita Lee’s standout vocals. Drawing influences from British rock, it captures a transformative moment amid Brazil’s political repression. This work stands as a high point in the band's artistic trajectory. Discover the bold, psychedelic evolution of Os Mutantes in 'A divina comédia'—listen and explore this iconic masterpiece!