Within the words of Kaytranada, “Timeless music, that is all it’s…”
The generational producer has all the time 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 trade’s corps d’elite, Kaytranada effortlessly fuses his deep musical heritage with modern innovation and permits his music to transcend the take a look at 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 observe, “Stress,” is a tribute to Lupe Fiasco and Jay-Z’s 2006 observe of the identical identify, however brings us into an environment that seems like a vibrant, neon-lit nightclub buzzing with power. Because the album unfolds, tracks like “Really feel A Means” and “Witchy” fire up this intoxicating attract with lush synths, pulsating percussion and soul-stirring basslines.
True to its identify, TIMELESS emanates a nostalgic but accessible retro vibe all through, evoking recollections of bygone eras whereas beckoning you to lose your self within the current second.
You may hearken to TIMELESS beneath and discover the brand new album on streaming platforms here.
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