John Carroll Kirby is a Los Angeles-based multi-instrumentalist and composer known for his work with artists like Frank Ocean and Solange, as well as a prolific solo catalog on the esteemed Stones Throw Records label. Blowout, released in 2023, is a vibrant jazz, soul, and funk record that critics have called perhaps his best album yet — a transportive blend of melody, flute, percussion, and subtle electronic elements that conjures an almost dreamlike tropical atmosphere.
What makes Blowout such a captivating listen is the dynamic interplay between Kirby's dazzling piano work, Logan Hone's exuberant flute playing, and the rhythmic contributions of Sam KS on drums and David Leach on percussion. The result is a record that feels simultaneously laid-back and alive, effortlessly weaving together calypso influences, organic instrumentation, and electronic textures into something wholly unique. This gatefold edition makes for a beautiful addition to any collection.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Stones Throw Records
- Genre: Jazz, Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 06/30/2023
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TRACKS
A1. Oropendola
A2. Mates
A3. The Takedown
B1. Hotel Jonny Chingas
B2. Vertigo
B3. So So So
C1. Sun Go Down
C2. Gecko Sound
C3. Flying Cat
D1. Mates (Dub)
D2. So So So (Dub)
D3. Hotel Jonny Chingas (Dub)
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