Review
Bruno Major's 'To Let a Good Thing Die' is a musical love letter to life's bittersweet moments, wrapped in velvety vocals and lush, understated production. This sophomore effort drops ten tracks of pure soul-soothing goodness, clocking in at just over half an hour. But don't let the runtime fool you – Major's got more depth in these 31 minutes than some artists pack into a double album. He's serving up a heaping plate of feels, seasoned with a dash of electronica and a sprinkle of acoustic magic.
Major and Phairo are behind the boards, cooking up a sonic feast that's minimalist yet rich as crème brûlée. They've struck gold with this delicate balance, creating an intimate vibe that'll have you feeling like you're chillin' in Major's living room, even if you're bumping this in a packed arena. The title track 'To Let a Good Thing Die' hits different, y'all. It's a straight-up gut punch about knowing when to fold 'em and walk away, even when it hurts like hell.
From jazz licks to R&B grooves, Major's influences are on full display, but he's not just imitating – he's innovating. Take 'The Most Beautiful Thing,' a collab with FINNEAS that'll have you in your feelings about love and all its messy glory. This ain't your grandma's love song, though. It's raw, it's real, and it's got enough layers to keep you peeling back for listens to come. Major calls this album his "musical diary," and honey, if these pages don't speak to your soul, you might want to check your pulse. - Lena
