The Frequency Podcast
Season 2
by Frankie Lopez
Melt My Eyez See Your Future is Denzel’s most vulnerable body of work. Although there are some lulls that don't fit thematically, Denzel is as sharp as ever delivering some intimate moments of introspection.
On MOTOMAMI, Rosalia explores various genres. For any artist, it’d be a challenge to tackle all of this on one album. Thankfully, Rosalia exceeds expectations considerably with her versatile vocal performances and fantastic songwriting. This album is as diverse and creative as it gets - an album of the year contender.
With Rex's fourth album, his focus in on self care and self improvement. Although not perfect, this album is a refreshing change of pace.
This week, reviewing the two latest projects from the increasingly popular hip hop collective, Griselda - Conway the Machine's God Don't Make Mistakes and Benny the Butcher's Tana Talk 4.
Once Twice Melody is a beautiful and intricately crafted dream pop album that adds to Beach House’s already acclaimed discography.
With Dragon New Warm Mountain I Believe in You, Big Thief goes beyond indie folk rock and comes through with an album that has a little something for everyone.
On Laurel Hell, Mitski’s songwriting takes center stage against predominantly darker, synth pop instrumentals. Although strong on the lyrical front, the instrumentals and vocal performances don’t achieve the same level of success for me.
Few Good Things has plenty to offer, although a notch below his previous project. Saba opts for vibrant production as he tackles themes of wealth and his upbringing. He thrives with memorable choruses and topical songwriting, but falters on occasion with unfocused filler tracks.
Black Country, New Road drop an early album of the year contender. With chillingly poetic songwriting and masterfully crafted instrumentation, BCNR prove to be one of the most creative bands in music today.
On their debut album, Yard Act impresses with some witty songwriting and consistent instrumentals. The band does have some room to grow. But, "The Overload" is a solid starting point for them.