![]() By classification, Electric Dusk is an R&B project. If listeners expected an album full of tracks similar to the standout single, “Breaking Point,” they were in for a rude awakening. On Electric Dusk, Thomas’ thematic narration shines bright he runs the gambit of emotions, bringing the listener in at each jaded stop, delivering the most expansive take from the man’s perspective on the state of today’s romance market. The album sounds familiar in the sense that it contains microcosms of everything R&B lovers have already heard, but somehow, it still manages to excite. From the weaving of artificial and natural instrumentation, incorporation of sonic elements traditionally viewed as out of R&B’s wheelhouse, and how the body of work is mixed, it is unmistakable that Thomas has gathered bits of knowledge from every room he has ever occupied. The project, titled after Los Angeles’ longest-running outdoor drive-in movie, is a beautifully flawed cinema that we all need to grab tickets for.Īlthough the enticing storytelling is mudded at times by the jumbled sequencing, and Thomas’ profound lyricism only pops in on occasion, Electric Dusk emphasizes that he is indeed a music prodigy. But, it is evident that with the release of his new debut album, Electric Dusk, Thomas is ready for his musical legacy to supersede his silver screen success. Respectfully, Thomas’ solo work, including 2018’s Genesis, is nothing to scuff at. However, thanks to a growing social media awareness campaign launched by fans, the multi-hyphenated entertainer’s contributions to bigger acts such as Drake and former Victorious co-star Ariana Grande’s music as a writer, producer, or instrumentalist are slowly being acknowledged. For most, Thomas’ on-screen work is about the extent to which they are familiar with his creative capabilities. ![]() At the forefront of his lengthy professional resume is an incredible range of acting credits, including Nick Jr.’s animated series The Backyardigans, Nickelodeon’s Victorious, (formerly HBO) Max’s Insecure, and the 2017 film Detroit. Leon Thomas III is a man of many talents. Read contributing writer Flisadam Pointer’s full review of the project below.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |