Artist: Khruangbin & Leon Bridges
Title: Texas Moon
Year: 2022
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Embarking on a moonlit journey, "Texas Moon" unfurls its velvety petals under the spell of the night sky, weaving a tapestry of enigmatic sound that is as much a retreat into the soul as it is an exploration of the cosmos. Khruangbin, those sonic alchemists from Houston, join forces once again with the golden-voiced troubadour Leon Bridges from Fort Worth, their combined efforts casting a spell that is both introspective and sublime. This 2022 EP, a lunar counterpart to their solar-kissed predecessor "Texas Sun," is a nocturne of love, faith, and the whispered secrets of mortality, all wrapped in the warmth of psychedelic textures and soul-stirring melodies.
As the EP unfurls, each track is a silken thread in this moonlit quilt. "Doris" dances on the edge of a dream, while "B-Side" entices with its whispered promises and funk-laden spirit. "Chocolate Hills" rolls in like a gentle tide, touching the shores of our hearts with its tender ebb and flow. "Father Father" resonates with a hallowed reverence, a sacred incantation beneath the stars. And then there's "Mariella," a bittersweet serenade that lingers on the palate like the richest of dark chocolates. Together, Khruangbin and Bridges have conjured a world where the moon reigns supreme, casting a silver glow over the ever-evolving landscape of Texas music, proving that in their hands, the fusion of sound is not just a collaboration but a celebration of the myriad hues that music can paint across the canvas of the night. -
Khruangbin is a trio from Houston, Texas, made up of Laura Lee Ochoa, Mark Speer, and Donald Ray "DJ" Johnson Jr., known for blending global sounds like 1960s Thai funk, Middle Eastern grooves, and dub with funk, soul, and alternative rock. They started releasing music in the mid-2010s, with their first album, The Universe Smiles Upon You, coming out in 2015 and gaining attention for its distinctive international vibe. The band has expanded their sound through collaborations with Leon Bridges and by incorporating more vocals in their 2020 album, Mordechai. They’re recognized for eclectic live shows, festival appearances, and curated DJ mixes celebrating world music, and have maintained a steady rise in popularity with albums like Con Todo El Mundo and A LA SALA. Fans of Menahan Street Band, BADBADNOTGOOD, and Vulfpeck might find Khruangbin’s laid-back yet adventurous style appealing.