Review
Let me take you on a sonic tour of "What Dreams Are Made Of" by R. City, released on October 9, 2015. This debut album lights up the scene like Times Square at night, weaving through an electric assortment of genres that swiftly break away from the traditional hip-hop and R&B vibes. With 14 tracks packed into the journey, R. City showcases their audacious talent and gusto, each song coloring outside the lines in brilliant hues of sound.
“Locked Away,” with Adam Levine's unmistakable voice jumping into the groove, stands as the album’s glowing skyscraper, boldly reaching chart peaks. The track cleverly flips Captain & Tennille’s classic tune “Do That to Me One More Time,” splicing nostalgia and modern beats like graffiti art on city bricks. Meanwhile, “Live By the Gun” featuring Akon drags listeners into streets both real and metaphorical, demonstrating R. City's knack for transformative collabs. They throw in another masterpiece with “Over,” which samples from the unrivaled Lenny Kravitz’s “It Ain’t Over 'til It’s Over,” blending love and life's grittiness with finesse and flair.
R. City keeps the vibe varied and vibrant with tracks like "Broadway" and "Crazy Love" featuring the unmistakable touch of Tarrus Riley, threading pop, soul, and hip-hop in one sonic stream reminiscent of the city's busiest avenues. Each song presents a change in pace, luring you into different urban pockets bursting with life and intertwined stories. While critics weren't unanimous on their reviews, the duo dished out an album that danced beyond expectations, offering a haven for those drawn to sounds that dare to crossover and ignite. - Sable
