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A fantastic album from a relatively unknown Korean producer that mixes electronic sounds with folk instruments and singing, and one of my top 5 albums of all time
1. "Why" is an energetic way to start off the album and gives you a proper introduction to Mid-Air Thief's sound
2. "These Chains" is my favorite song on the album, mixing calm, beautiful melodies with intense synths and amazing percussion
3. "Gameun Duet" is a fast, catchy song with pop-like sound, lyrics, and progression
4. "Curve and Light" is one of my favorites on this album, having an energetic, overwhelming introduction along with a powerful and emotional second half filled with synths and beautiful singing
5. "Crumbling Together" is the longest song on the album and genuinely feels like a journey with its ups and downs, it's a very fun listen
6. "Protector" is an emotional, powerful song that always gives me goosebumps whenever I listen to it
7. "Dirt" is a quiet, beautiful refrain from the intense sounds of previous songs
8. "No Answer" is a calm and pleasant ending to this wonderful, chaotic album
I will never forgive Anthony Fantano for calling this album the "most overrated album of the 2010s" like the songs have a few million streams at most??
"Crumbling" has been one of my favorite albums for years now and I'm hoping to see it get more recognition
10/10
May 20, 2025
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so nice to open this app properly for the first time and see one of the greatest albums in the universe get recommended
May 20, 2025
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I think over time this album is getting more love deservedly so, and people are recognizing the gem it is, but when this came out, dare I say a lot of people were likely a little disappointed. Disappointed there was no huge single like an Electric Feel, Time To Pretend, Kids, etc. That‘s not what this is though- it’s more of a concept album, a lush, thrilling, 43 minute soundscape paying no heed to commercial sensibilities. Siberian Breaks on the second half of the album is a masterpiece, a multi act, 12 minute journey- twisting and turning to a satisfying conclusion that shimmers and fades into the next track.
Dec 11, 2024
I can think of a ton of albums that are 9/10. I can think of about 4 that are 10/10.
In no particular order:
Piñata - Freddie Gibbs & Madlib
Best Madlib produced album (YES better than Madvillainy) Amazing features from Earl Sweatshirt, Danny Brown, Ab-Soul and Mac Miller RIP. Easy 10
My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy
Best Ye album. Very vivid memories listening to this album on my white iPhone 5c freshman year of high school in 2014. Brought me through some tough times around then. Easy 10
Discovery - Daft Punk
In 2007 I saw the music video for Stronger from Kanye West’s Graduation. I wanted to know what the robot voices were and then discovered the greatness that is Daft Punk. Discovery and the anime film Interstella 5555 were integral parts of my childhood and still hold up today. Easy 10
First Infantry - The Alchemist
An album so good, it was removed from streaming services for some reason. Click the link to listen. Easy 10
Feb 2, 2025
After the weird ass shit that was The Idol I became rightfully scared of The Weeknd and kept my distance lmao
But this album? Where do I begin?! This album right here is a MOVIE (quite literally with it's 1 hour and 30 minute runtime)
There are no skips? There are no bad songs?
I don't know how the hell he did it, but he's magnificiently encapsulated everything that makes his music so compelling, flitting through grappling with trauma, the darkside of fame, heartbreak and his struggles with it all. The Justice, OPN and Mike Dean production just adds to the greatness of this album.
I really need to let this one marinate but notable mentions so far include Sao Paulo, Cry for me, Opening Night
Jan 31, 2025
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Wonderful jazz album with piano skills that I aspire to
Each song is lovely and just puts me into a good mood
This album is phenomenal for studying or long drives
"I Want To Talk About You" and "Early Summer" are my favorites
9.5/10
May 20, 2025
(first 3 seasons only)
Genuinely fantastic show with iconic humor and life lessons along the way
One of those pieces of media that can be enjoyed by all ages and many different audiences
That stuff about "watching it will make your kid dumber" is nonsense though
10/10, I might be glazing
May 20, 2025
(I haven't finished the show as of writing this)
This show is literally Ghibli House, I know I'm generalizing but they're extremely similar
Episodical show about a guy who deals with people's sicknesses and paranormal phenomena
It has a beautiful art style, aesthetic and soundtrack and each episode is modeled after myths and folk tales
The show covers other topics like philosophy as well
It's not super long either like under 75 episodes total and the anime covers the entire story
It's not really graphic or anything but the story is definitely marketed towards adults, I wouldn't know if kids would enjoy it
8.5/10
May 20, 2025