Its instrumental soundscapes echoing city life and the daily grind, Living Skyline is an enthralling EP from Philadelphia-based artist and producer Jake the Jeweler. Dreamy melodic drives coexist with a myriad of inspirations, notably downtempo electronica, hip-hop, and IDM. The result is a variety of atmospheric gems with enjoyably reflective qualities.
The enchanting “New Day” opens the EP with twinkling piano and spacey synth complements. A warming bass weaves in sporadically, as do tender guitar tones; it’s a compelling unveiling of various instruments and tones — from initial nocturnal contemplation into a rhythmic pulse with debonair hip-hop qualities. The EP quickly establishes Jake the Jeweler’s sound as one with dynamic appeal. “Unconscious Thought” comes next with a delectably murky intrigue. A shimmering ambient effect lingers amidst pit-pattering percussion, feeling apt for subway car immersion.
The EP continues its tonally eclectic charms with “Sometimes,” where smooth jazz elements combine with expressive vocal samples for a soulful invigoration. The finale “Wide Awake” concludes the EP with twinkling piano and string-touched complements, resembling the fluctuating presence of lights during a city at night. Living Skyline is an atmospherically gripping success from Jake the Jeweler.
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“Unconscious Thought” and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.
We discovered this release via MusoSoup, as part of the artist’s promotional campaign.