Within the phrases of Kaytranada, “Timeless music, that’s all it is…”
The generational producer has at all times possessed a knack for crafting music that seamlessly bridges the previous and current. Whether or not showcasing his encyclopedic information of R&B and soul or collaborating with the music business’s corps d’elite, Kaytranada effortlessly fuses his deep musical heritage with up to date innovation and permits his music to transcend the check of time.
That is showcased superbly within the Canadian beatsmith’s new challenge, the aptly-titled TIMELESS, his first solo album in 5 years. Spanning 21 tracks, the two-pronged album is crammed with star-studded collaborations, from Infantile Gambino to Tinashe. However the album stays unmistakably Kaytranada all through, imbuing his trademark electro-funk fashion with tinctures of classic hip-hop and pop.
The opening monitor, “Pressure,” is a tribute to Lupe Fiasco and Jay-Z’s 2006 monitor of the identical title, however brings us into an environment that looks like a vibrant, neon-lit nightclub buzzing with vitality. Because the album unfolds, tracks like “Feel A Way” and “Witchy” stir up this intoxicating attract with lush synths, pulsating percussion and soul-stirring basslines.
True to its title, TIMELESS emanates a nostalgic but accessible retro vibe all through, evoking reminiscences of bygone eras whereas beckoning you to lose your self within the current second.
You’ll be able to hearken to TIMELESS under and discover the brand new album on streaming platforms right here.
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