I’ve been taken by surprise by this one. I find Kidnap a bit hit-and-miss. When he’s on, he creates catchy, accessible, soulful electronica. But when he’s off, his music begins to feel generic and uninteresting. So I was caught off guard by the way I kept reaching back for this album.

The featuring artists are central to its success as a release. They each contribute their own character and energy, while Kidnap maintains the coherence of the album’s feel and flow. The tracks with Gabrielle Alpin are top notch, as is Chelou’s (shout out Adam!).

Photo credit: Candice Joelle