alternative r&b
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Kevin Abstract’s ARIZONA BABY, while sometimes messy, is an admirably intimate and candid solo project from the Brockhampton star.
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Aries’ debut project is a solid contribution to the current wave of emo rap.
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It’s a shame that the popularity and promotion behind Billie Eilish has poisoned the well a bit, as When We All Fall Asleep is actually an artful, well-crafted, and unique pop album.
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While more eclectic and adventurous than its predecessor, When I Get Home is let down by some stiff instrumentals and Solange’s inexpressive singing.
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Synth funk and alternative R&B aesthetics clash on Toro y Moi’s latest album.
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Despite being bookended by a few awkward detours, Assume Form contains James Blake’s best writing and production since the earlier part of this decade.
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Skins is one of the year’s least gratifying albums, but out of everyone involved in its creation, X is probably the least at blame.
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A Love Letter to You 3 is Trippie Redd’s most solid project since the first one.
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The Sunset Tapes just sounds like it doesn’t matter.
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Rosalía makes a fantastic transition into modern pop aesthetics without sacrificing her flamenco roots.