Yves Tumor: Safe in the Hands of Love (2018) (Electronic,Experimental,Pop)

Many beautiful, interesting textures are conjured on this album and the samples and production fit the apprehensive narrative quite well. The experimentation is often successful and fulfilling, with elements of industrial, glitch, psychedelic and electronic woven in a melancholic, occasionally frightening blend. But even with a largely interesting sound, the unorthodox structure can lead to songs that don't feel fully fleshed out and songs failing to reach their full potential as experimental pop tunes.



Best Tracks: Economy of Freedom, Noid*, Licking An Orchid, Lifetime 






B-

Art Pop/Electronic/Experimental/Industrial Pop

Childish Gambino: 3.15.20 (2020) (Experimental,Hip-hop,Pop,R&B,Soul)

In attempting to create an experimental record, Gambino sadly loses himself in the rubble. A lot of promise is in this record and it starts off well (Algorhythm being a highlight), however, the production is not as consistent and cutting edge as it may believe itself to be, and the Motown inspired gimmicks can seem forced and stale. It seems much of this album is filled with attempts to merger a profound message with futuristic, experimental sounds, many of which are nabbed from Yeezus. Gambino still has mellower tracks but these often feel breezy and inconsequential. Though you might find good moments, most of 3.15.20 is as bland as the cover art. 

Best Tracks: Algorhythm, 53.49

D-

Contemporary R&B/Experimental/ Hip-hop/ Neo-Soul/Pop