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At times nerve raw and other times hopelessly resigned, ‘Sea Change’ is a remarkably comforting journey of endings and reflection.
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Roughly hewn and chaotically visceral in its charms (and abundant 36 tracks), ChesnuTT’s debut affair is a testament to the power of Black music.
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Great albums make you want to come back for more. And despite its vocal detractors, ‘Aja’ is a great album.
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