I think the songwriting is a bit spotty in some parts of the album, but the atmosphere, emotionality, and production make up for it big time-it's not perfect, but that's also part of its charm
Dijon is one of the most special artists of this generation. His sensibility to create atmosphere, emotion, and originality in every track is something only an artist like Frank Ocean can do for me consistently. It makes me so happy to see his work start to get recognized.
This album feels so beautifully unhinged, convoluted, and raw. Heavily Bruce Springsteen inspired, while also taking from rock and r&b genres in the best way.
Talk down easily one the best songs I’ve heard in minute, on repeat since I first listened to it. Can’t help but think of that someone while blasting this in the car. Crazy addictive vocals on this 1
Dijon definitely is for sure an artist to watch! Love his mellow sound. And I think he will be more recognized as the early 2010s sound comes back into favour in the next few years
One of my favorite records of the year. Have had the full thing on repeat since last Friday. Has a few rough edges but Dijon's unique blend of sounds and textures from various influences make it one very compelling record. Was hoping you would review this one melon, this record is becoming a modern cult classic.
i agree with the melon on this one. it has some crazy good bangers and vibes, i love the "live take" kinda style to most the tracks. it makes it feel very personal, like you can really see just a bunch of musicians forming these songs through jam sessions. im excited to see more from dijon, glad to see you review this album.
Discovered Dijon through his single Crybaby and I never knew why I liked that song so much until listening to this album. Simply amazing and I’m looking forward to more from him
I really wish he made Annie a full song instead of being just under 2 minutes. That melody and hook is so catchy and the raspiness in his voice leaves you wanting more!!
love this album, it's so raw and organic and lively, and dijon blends together so many genres and style so that every track feels surprising and new. definitely a strong 8 to light 9 for me.
I love this album and agree with your points and rating. I do feel this album really cuts through the musical releases we have been getting in the rnb'ish world. I think I was bored and really needed this album. It's been on repeat for me since it's release.
Imagine if artists worked on their songs like how stand up comedians worked on jokes. Instead of making it once and released it, they release it continuously in different versions to test which is received the best untill they're perfected and then release them officially
Hmm nah. That’s basically what drake does and ITS BORING. I get the idea but don’t think it works for music as its much more universal and longer than a 30 second joke
@@cheekybananaboy3361 hes pretty versatile in R&B but most of his projects especially the last 3 sound the exact same. As if he found a formula that works and keeps milking it with no creative spark whatsoever
a lot of artists literally do this though - dijon himself plays different versions of songs live and, I don't think he does it solely to gauge crowd response but, I'm sure the way it feels to play live and how people respond to certain songs will influence their final versions.
@@pavensandhu3813 Okay i see what the initial comment meant now. Songs not actual projects. Makes more sense now. Like giveon releasing acoustic versions and then electric ones etc. Makes sense apologies hahahah
The 'scant' aesthetic should be interpreted artistically! To me it feels like someone screaming at the world because they're feeling inadequate. Perfectly executed 🤌
Love the energy of the video versions, but I feel like some of that was lost in these recordings. Big Mike's, Talk Down, and Many Times go way harder in the performance videos. Still, Dijon is definitely one to watch.
Just went back and gave it a listen, worthy of a playlist just centered around this. I only didn't add 2 songs and would still totally be okay listening to them, not like blonde's interludes where you basically need a playlist without them after a few listens. Amazing album, INCREDIBLY unique and beautiful, 9/10.
