Root Cause - Cleo Reed (2023)

Ideated from: going through some releases from the last few weeks I’ve been spinning a lot.

A gorgeous and dreamy exploration of a childhood experience, “a series of performances that guide you through what I feel being observed/objectified/assessed in this life I’ve lived. “

Electronics and programming mix with live instruments. The vocals swirl in and out in a guazy haze.

There’s a lot going on here, and it’s great.

Tracks I Liked

Slip Away - laid back and loping, with an awesome detuned piano. The whole thing is good, but I keep coming back to this one.

Problem Kid - dark and moody