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#10 | Hiatus Kaiyote | Mood Valiant
Brainfeeder | Buy via Official Store
According to Patrick Corcoran: “It is noticeable that this album, in comparison to those that came before, is less given to sudden changes in tempo and tangential investigations mid-song. For some, that may be a loss of some of the charm of the group, while others may see it as a broadening of their musical palette—for me, the balance is expertly maintained. There are enough of the idiosyncrasies that intrigue me, while the new additions to their sound are equally welcome. Hiatus Kaiyote are an utterly unique band and have a sound that defies labels and draws upon a wealth of diverse influences to create something that eludes easy definition. This album merely adds to the array of styles they have mastered and shows a group unbowed but inspired by the hardships they have faced.” [Read the Full Review]
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