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Hiatus Kaiyote - Love Heart Cheat Code (2024)

December 18, 2024

Hiatus Kaiyote's fourth album, Love Heart Cheat Code , released on June 28, 2024, continues their exploration of genre-blending soundscapes, seamlessly integrating neo-soul, jazz-funk, and psychedelic elements. The album opens with "Dreamboat," featuring grand swooning strings and piano, setting an expansively romantic tone. Tracks like "Telescope" showcase synth-driven melodies, while "Make Friends" navigates the complexities of adult relationships through cascading riffs and liquid basslines. The title track stands out as a snappy summer bop, drawing poetic inspiration from everyday details. Critics praise the band's assured songwriting and tight musicianship, noting that the album serves as a compelling party soundtrack for warm nights. Financial Times https://ninjatune.net/release/hiatus-kaiyote/love-heart-cheat-code https://www.albumoftheyear.org/album/913763-hiatus-kaiyote-love-heart-cheat-code.php Genre : Neo Soul Country : Australia Final ...

Liniker - Caju (2024)

September 06, 2024

Caju is Liniker's second studio album, showcasing a powerful mix of neo-soul, MPB, and elements of Brazilian pop and jazz. The album draws from deeply personal experiences, with Liniker reflecting on themes of love, identity, and personal freedom. Tracks like "Tudo" and "Veludo Marrom" highlight Liniker's smooth vocals alongside lush orchestration. The album is filled with guest appearances from Brazilian artists like BaianaSystem and Pabllo Vittar, blending contemporary rhythms with traditional Brazilian sounds. Caju offers an emotional and sonic journey, marked by its expansive arrangements and heartfelt lyrics ( Wikipédia, a enciclopédia livre ) ( Tracklist ) . Genre : Neo Soul Country : Brazil Final Verdict: 62% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking: 388th / 650 Highlight : DEIXA ESTAR Made me think of: Pabllo Vittar Gilberto Gil Seu Jorge #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoSoul #Linike...

Sy Smith - Until we meet again (2024)

August 20, 2024

Until We Meet Again is a rich blend of neo-soul and R&B, deeply influenced by classic soul traditions while embracing modern production. Sy Smith's powerful five-octave range shines, reminiscent of Minnie Riperton, especially in tracks like "Why Do You Keep Calling Me," which weaves soulful storytelling with jazzy undertones. The album's theme centers on connections—both lost and maintained—through lush soundscapes and introspective lyrics. Collaborations with artists like Sheila E. and Chris Botti add depth to this cohesive and emotionally resonant work, making it one of Smith's most polished albums to date ( SoulTracks ) ( Albumism ) . Genre : Neo Soul Country : US Final Verdict: 63% (Good Album) Yearly Ranking : 307th / 610 Highlight : Slide Made me think of: Minnie Riperton Jill Scott Erykah Badu #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoSoul #SySmith #US #LP #Album #release

NxWorries - Why Lawd? (2024)

June 20, 2024

Genre : Neo Soul Country : US Final Verdict: 59% (Pleasant Album) Yearly Ranking: 355th / 469 Highlight : WalkOnBy Made me think of: Madlib Thundercat The Roots #newalbum #newalbum2024 #albumrelease #newmusic #albumoftheday #nowspinning #NowPlaying #musicdiscovery #NeoSoul #NxWorries #US #LP #Album #release