Closer

With “closer”, the upcoming second chapter following his 2023album “neverlost”, Sepalot distills his broad musical world intoa sample-based yet song-driven statement. The production feelswarm and tactile – think needle-on-vinyl crackle meeting modernsongwriting clarity. Lyrically, it’s “hippiesque” in the bestway: themes of natural beauty, unity, democratic awareness,equality, and spiritual introspection weave through thetracklist.The guest list is just as inspired: legendary wordsmith Bludelivers razor-sharp verses, while Illa J – brother of the lateJ Dilla – steps away from his signature rap to surprise withsoulful vocals on “My Own Way.” Together, they amplify thealbum’s humanist core, balancing groove-heavy production withlyrical depth.Fans of artists like The Avalanches, Caribou, DJ Shadow, orMadlib will find plenty to love here, but Closer carries its ownunique fingerprint – a testament to Sepalot’s ability to mergehip-hop grit with songwriting grace. If “Neverlost” was a map,“Closer” is the destination: lush, thoughtful, and deeply human.Highly recommended for anyone ready to hold hands, open theirmind, and let the beat guide them.