Review
Simon Green, the mastermind behind Bonobo, dropped 'Migration' in early 2017, and it's a real journey through sound. This sixth studio album was born out of Green's globe-trotting adventures while touring 'The North Borders' and setting up shop in LA after bidding farewell to the Big Apple. It's like he bottled up all those experiences and poured them into his laptop.
'Migration' isn't just about sick beats and smooth grooves - it's got some serious depth. Green's exploring big ideas like who we are and where we belong, all while dealing with personal stuff. You can hear it in tracks like 'Kerala' and 'Break Apart' (featuring Rhye), where the electronic vibes mix with some really raw emotions. And let's not forget 'Bambro Koyo Ganda' with Innov Gnawa - that's a whole different flavor right there.
The album made some serious waves, climbing the charts and snagging nominations left and right. It even took home Album of the Year at the 2017 Electronic Music Awards. Sure, some folks said it wasn't reinventing the wheel, but who cares when the tunes are this good? Green nailed it when he said music reflects life's ups and downs - 'Migration' is living proof of that. - Cal
