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December 16 Skip to content Search query All Results. Pitchfork is the most trusted voice in music. Reviews 4. Yes, it feels weird that despite enjoying a nearly year career and being one of the most recognizable artists of his era, Maxwell only has five studio LPs to his name. Chances are, your personal list will look much different. Quality, impact, consistency and legacy all factor into these rankings. Yes, Now does drag a bit at times but overall it remains extremely solid, though slightly forgettable next to his other LPs.
After a near-decade layoff, Maxwell came roaring back with a vengeance. Read our review here. But I appreciated the change of pace, which yielded an impressive array of album cuts that still get spins today. I had no idea I was witnessing the blossoming of the neo-soul movement before my eyes. But when it comes to quality and consistency across the board, Embrya reigns supreme.
Like Now , Embrya is a pretty divisive release but it excels not only at mood-setting, but storytelling as well. Love, matrimony and spirituality are woven into what feels like one long song. I was elated to see his discography get its flowers on this website which I love! His music is like the anticipation you feel waiting for Thanksgiving dinner.
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