Saint Virgil

Khruangbin seems to have found their comfort zone, their "magic formula" if you will and if it's working why stop? It's not sonically different from their other work there are absolutely no surprises. This album added to the meandering never ending album that is their discography.

Kim Jung Mi's "Now," released in the late 70s during Park Chung-hee’s military dictatorship, stands out to me not only for its serene musicality, but also for its historical significance. The album is starkly different from what we know as "Korean Music" that is heavily manufactured K-pop. It is 'floaty', 'breezy', and very nostaligic in a "The Doors" and Zamrock kind of way. "Haenim," the standout track about basking in the sun, showcases Kim’s mellow vocals paired beautifully with acoustic guitar and string orchestrations.

The album is also notorious for featuring Shin Jung-hyeon’s "Beautiful Rivers and Mountains," a protest song that led to his arrest and torture. This bold choice adds a layer of profound depth to… More

I actually like this album more than I expected to, It felt like Beyonce was passing on the torch to younger Black Country artists. (One thing this woman is great at is putting people on because she put me onto Linda Martell the first commercially successful black female country artist.)

Stand out track for me were: "II MOST WANTED," "16 CARRIAGES" "YA YA" and "BODYGUARD."

I was caught off guard with this album—expecting the typical high-energy from tracks like "Bad Gyals" and "Baiana," I found something far more introspective. Initially, I thought I needed more upbeat jungle vibes, but after a few listens, especially on a night drive, I realized the beauty in its softness.

The standout track, "Unfinished Business," with its perfect reprise, beautifully caps off the album, which closes on a nostalgic note. Although it leans heavily on familiar territory and might not explore a broad range of styles, it perfectly captures the essence of new love and comfort.

For those open to a shift, this album is a journey worth taking. Its introspective depths are a refreshing contrast to the artist's… More

I had high hopes for this new JT project just because of the hype surrounding it. Unfortunately, the album felt disappointingly flat. Despite its aim to blend classic tracks with fresh influences, it never quite took off, leaving me searching for the spark that his music usually ignites. It was an underwhelming experience that struggled to capture the vibrant essence of his earlier successes.

This album is the perfect pick for anyone looking to experience a seamless fusion of African and Latin American rhythms. Listen for both the joy of upbeat dance tracks and a deeper appreciation of this legendary band's musical craftsmanship. My favorite tracks are "Nijaay", "Cabral" and "Aline."