Review: Grey October Sound, known for their standout lo-fi hip-hop compilations like Timeless and The Cave, has gained traction in Japan and beyond. Their popular series like Lo-Fi Ghibli and Lo-fi City Popicovering iconic Studio Ghibli tracks and beloved city pop hitsihas cemented their place in the lo-fi scene. Now, they team up with Salad Days, Europe's top lo-fi/chill pop label, for a highly anticipated collaboration. This new compilation features digital lo-fi favourites from artists such as ENRA, Lenny Loops, Slowheal, and Eugenio Izzi. The visual aesthetic, including cover art, comes from celebrated illustrator Rika Nagatani, the creative force behind Lo-Fi Ghibli, adding another layer of charm to the release.
Keep Your Head Up (feat Ryuto Kasahara & Mabanua) (3:12)
Thank U 4 The Heartbreak (3:48)
Music The Magic (feat Emi Tawata) (3:03)
Nobody/Private Party (feat Kzyboost & Shingo Sekiguchi) (3:11)
Life Goes On (feat Chan-Mika) (3:29)
Fuwa Fuwa (3:29)
Mellow 90's (feat Ryuto Kasahara) (3:44)
Sozo (Grooveman Spot remix) (4:32)
Appletree (feat Erykah Badu) (3:47)
Childhood Paradise (Uyama Hiroto remix) (5:46)
Keep Your Head Up (feat Ryuto Kasahara & Youth Of Roots - Island mix) (3:04)
Review: Hanah Spring is a leading Japanese soul diva who has become a real star over the last decade. This is her latest self produced album and it comes five years after her last. This one bottles up plenty of new r&b flavours and 90s vibes, which are the sound of her roots, as well as some fine and sophisticated production from mabanua, Shingo Sekiguchi, DJ HAZIME, Shun Ishiwaka, Uyama Hiroto and grooveman Spot amongst others. Guest musicians also feature on this contemporary neo-soul delight as does a cover of Erykah Badu's timeless 'Appletree.'
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