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 business’s corps d’elite, Kaytranada effortlessly fuses his deep musical heritage with modern innovation and permits his music to transcend the check of time.
That is showcased superbly within the Canadian beatsmith’s new venture, the aptly-titled TIMELESS, his first solo album in 5 years. Spanning 21 tracks, the two-pronged album is full of star-studded collaborations, from Infantile Gambino to Tinashe. However the album stays unmistakably Kaytranada all through, imbuing his trademark electro-funk model with tinctures of classic hip-hop and pop.
The opening monitor, “Strain,” is a tribute to Lupe Fiasco and Jay-Z’s 2006 monitor of the identical identify, however brings us into an environment that looks like a vibrant, neon-lit nightclub buzzing with vitality. Because the album unfolds, tracks like “Really feel A Means” and “Witchy” stir 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 reminiscences 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 right here.
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