Mahal - Vinyle Bleu Marbre

Description

MAHAL, Toro y Moi’s seventh studio album, is a bold and eclectic journey orchestrated by Chaz Bear. Blending 60s-70s psychedelic rock with 90s post-rock ethereal sounds, the album transports the listener as if in the back of the Philippine jeepney depicted on the cover. The 13-track album, mainly produced in Bear's Oakland studio, features numerous collaborators, including Sofie Royer, Ruban Neilson (Unknown Mortal Orchestra), Alan Palomo (Neon Indian), and the Mattson 2. This collective approach gives MAHAL a richness and spontaneity that shines through each track, from the cool groove of “The Loop” to the psych-rock surges of “Foreplay” and the Ethio-jazz of “Last Year.” The lyrics explore generational concerns and our relationship with technology and media, with tracks like “Postman” and “Magazine.” Despite this introspection, the album also exudes joy and lightness, particularly on “Millennium,” celebrating the present moment despite difficulties. With MAHAL, Toro y Moi blends musical virtuosity, stimulating collaborations, and a reflection on our times, offering an album that is at once introspective, festive, and deeply human. Marble blue vinyl edition.