Extra Album Critiques: Kalis Uchis, Ravyn Lenae & J Balvin

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Kalis Uchis – ORQUÍDEAS PARTE 2

(B+)

Kalis Uchis is on fireplace.

Kali Uchis is my favourite particular person from Alexandria, VA—my least favourite is Noah Lyles. Anyway, below everybody’s nostril, Kali’s been quietly racking up successes. Earlier this yr, she dropped ORQUÍDEAS, and simply this previous Friday, she added 4 new tracks to the album. The brand new additions embody “Adicto,” a mesmerizing banger; “Younger Wealthy & In Love,” a spicy observe produced by KAYTRANADA; “Easy,” a easy banger with hypnotizing vocals; and “Como Debe Ser,” an genuine Latin observe.

J Balvin – Rayo

(B+)

I’m going to ask the federal government to increase the summer time a number of months.

J Balvin is again with a brand new fifteen-track challenge titled Rayo. Whereas I may not be essentially the most certified to evaluate it, I did it anyway as a result of why not?

The very first thing that hits you about this album is its vitality. From the second you hit play, you’re greeted by the high-energy “Cosa De Locos.” The album then takes you thru the sly and punchy “Polvo de tu Vida,” the high-octane “Doblexxó,” and the hauntingly enjoyable “La Noche.”

So right here’s my recommendation: Even when your Spanish abilities are a bit rusty, like mine, toss this album on within the background and let the vibes take over.

Favourite tracks: “La Noche,” “Doblexxó” & “Polvo de tu Vida.”

Ravyn Lenae – Chicken’s Eye

(B)

Ravyn Lenae flies excessive on this album.

Ravyn Lenae will not be the primary particular person you consider with regards to different R&B; nonetheless, I do assume she deserves your consideration. In Chicken’s Eye, she showcases her touching voice, talks about love, heartbreak, and all the things in between in very distinctive methods, and delivers a myriad of sounds that I feel push this style ahead. General, this eclectic physique of labor is flexible as hell and boundariless.

Favourite Tracks: “One Want,” “Sweet,” and “Dream Lady”

Quincy is the creator of Scores Recreation Music. He loves writing about music, taking lengthy walks on seashores, and spaghetti that fights him again.