This album holds a special place in my heart and is one of my favourites of all time.
Jan 1, 2025
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Probably the one I’ve listened to front to back the most! Feels very of electronic music from its era (a sort of teenage-internet 2014 feel) whilst also having some genuinely timeless house songs on there. Airglow Fires is an all timer.
Feb 12, 2025
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There aren't a lot of albums that have no skips for me but this is one of them, just great indie rock with sooo much momentum
Mar 1, 2024
Once more I can't recommend something without explaining why it's good in my world.
I was introduced to the work of Louis Celestin a.k. a KAYTRANADA about five years ago, following the release of 'BUBBA', and I still remember my first impressions. His music seemed unique and catchy to me, which is why listening to '99.9%' was not put off for later. Since then, I've been among the fans waiting for the DJ's next work.
'TIMELESS' is a worthy addition to the artist's discography. The album sounds like a nighttime beach party attended by all your friends. That's exactly the feel of the album's comfortable, pleasantly cool, and fun atmosphere. It more resembles a colorful dream, and personally, it doesn't fit within the confines of tight clubs. Coupled with numerous guest appearances, Louis' music feels pleasant—it's not straining, but it also doesn't fade into the background.
The album delights with unusual drum parts, for example in songs like 'Pressure' and 'Spit it out', as well as unconventional songs such as 'Dance (x4)', 'Drip Sweat', 'Stepped On', and 'Stuntin''. Each of them has elements that shatter your expectations of a standard house album.
The only thing I would criticize about the album is the cover. Such a gloomy visual would have looked more harmonious on someone like Denzel Curry, rather than the upbeat Louis. Also, I personally missed the bold decisions in terms of arrangements. On '99.9%', there was a song 'VIVID DREAMS', which featured a very atmospheric bridge with a bass synthesizer that worked well in contrast with the rest of the song's groove. Or 'BUS RIDE', which couldn't really be called a dance song. On 'TIMELESS', such decisions are hard to find.
8.5/10
Jun 10, 2024
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It WILL end badly.
Jan 1, 2025
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2024 kind of sucked ass. That said, there were glimmers of beauty amongst it all, mostly thanks to my incessant need to constantly go to the cinema. From watching a 5-movie Godzilla marathon in Melbourne to packed-cinema blockbusters and everything in between, cinema was the constant, always ready for me with kinda-warm popcorn and watered-down soda.
Here's to another hear of more movies!
Jan 1, 2025
Alright y'all, standards have gotten a little lax around here and rec quality has taken a dip (I'm including myself in this). Here are some pointers for High Rec Standards.
ANATOMY OF A REC:
TITLE—This is the rec or recommendations. This is NOT a lead in. Type exactly what you're recommending here. What appears in the Title should finish this sentence, "I recommend _____."
BODY—This supports the rec and anything goes. Supporting statements, supporting essays, additional recs, you can get silly, you can pontificate. You can do anything you want. Except putting the main rec down here. Where does it go? That's right. In the Title 👆
IMAGE—No rules. Add one to preference. It can be relevant or a non sequitur.
LINK—I highly recommend links but it's not as important as the Title or Body. If you are recommending something that has an online presence (music, movies, websites, products, etc.), Piffies want to click on it immediately. Don't make us google. Be kind a leave a link.
EMOJI—No rules. Express yourself.
ANTI-RECS:
They exist and they are valid recs. "Anti-Rec: _____" clearly communicates this is something best avoided. But a better way format this type of Rec is to use a modifier or verb that flows with "I recommend _____." Ex. I recommend... Not Eating Tacks, Avoiding Area X, Leaving Off the Anchovies, etc.—(Formatting Anti-Recs this way first recommended by tyler the Creator)
ANATOMY OF AN ASK:
TITLE—This is the question or topic of the Ask. Asks can solicit advice or start a discussion. You have some flexibility here because the Ask is expected to be expounded upon in the body if it needs more context. Just be clear. Again, this is not a lead in. Be direct and ask the question or state the topic.
BODY—Provide more context. Narrow the recommendation field. Add relevant links. Remember, the Ask goes in the Title 👆
EMOJI—No rules. Express yourself.
ANSWERING AN ASK—Recs on Asks can break style as dictated by the Ask. If the Ask is looking for Recs, give Recs following style. If it's asking for opinions, give your opinion. Asking for links? Give links! Respond however you would respond some someone IRL. Asks start a conversation so you can be more conversational. But keep in mind that these Recs will appear in the main feed. So where you can maintain Rec style, do so.
Example: WHAT’S YOUR CURRENT LETTERBOXD TOP 4?
A response to this with High Rec Standards would look something like this:
TITLE—Lists your current Letterboxd top 4. You are recommending these four movies.
BODY—Free reign here. Drop your Letterboxd @. Talk about the movies. Make a quip. Emoji. Relevant links. Nothing.
IMAGE—Optional. Screenshot of your top four. Frame from a movie. Dealer's choice.
LINK—Add your Letterboxd profile only if you want to be found.
EMOJI—Whatever. But it'd be nice if it was relevant.
DISCLAIMER:
This is a living community document! These are only my recommendations for a foundation. Debate and Discussion of proper style are Encouraged. Any editions and changes to the PI.FYI STYLE GUIDE will be notated with attribution.
Changelog:
07.26.2024—Clarified a Rec is not limited to one recommendation. Recs can recommend multiple things. Thanks to shegoestoanotherschool for identifying the issue. / Added guidance for Anti-Rec format.
02.11.2025—Moved SpongeBob Bubble Blowing Technique video link from the top level into the body ("some pointers") so the embed wouldn't override the High Quality instructional graphic.
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