Lampin’ is the enthralling new album from Synthonic, a project based in Sidmouth, UK that excels in a vibe-y blend of funk and soul. The rest is both atmospheric — at times recalling nostalgic city-pop — and infectiously grooving, impressive in its eclectic tonal prowess and intriguing harmonies.
Opening track “All Day, Every Day” is exemplary of the project’s dynamic reach — traversing seamlessly from understated funk guitar and piano interplay, to bursting brass with addictive charisma. Riveting saxophone work also captivates as the production reaches a satiating close. The ensuing “Chameleons” builds with similarly artful momentum, this time beginning with mellow keys that expand into delectably vintage synths and spurts of fervent brass. Cinematic strings then provide a scenic, atmospheric lushness as the energy picks up again.
The album’s strong opening one-two punch certainly impresses, and the high-quality productions continue thereafter. “Big Fat Funk!” is precisely as its namesake implies, unveiling an ardent funk display with soaring guitar enthusiasm, funky bass traversals, and vibrant brass injections. Elsewhere, the title track compels with a late-night pull, embracing laid-back keys and quaint guitar licks in its masterfully constructed soundscape. Lampin’ is an immersive success from Synthonic.
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“All Day, Every Day” is also featured in the genre-based, best-of Spotify compilation Indie Funk, Soul, and R&B.
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