Peter Michaels Jr.โs musical journey has been nothing short of fascinating, with several exciting projects under his belt. But itโs his fruit album series that has everyone buzzing with excitement. The latest addition to the series, โAngry Oranges For Dinner,โ is a mesmerizing collection of 10 songs clocking in at nearly 28 minutes.
This album skillfully fuses alternative rock, neo soul, pop, and new wave, all infused with a playful, plastic-sounding twist. The AI paintings of oranges with faces as album covers add a quirky touch to the overall concept.
The musical adventure kicks off with the captivating neo-soul-funk jazz fusion of โAlmost Five,โ immediately grabbing your senses and hinting at the wild ride ahead. Among the songs most close to Peter, โTalk About Usโ stands out as a deliberate attempt to craft a mainstream sound, showcasing his versatility as an artist.
With โSadboys,โ Peter adds a dash of humor to the mix while giving a cheeky homage to the sadboy genre. Recorded entirely in his bedroom over a few months, this album is a labor of love, combining tracks from different periods of Peterโs musical journey. And with โThe Sun Guideโ as the final track, the album ends on a high note, blending phenomenal chord voicings and string arrangements into a musical masterpiece.
With each installment in the Fruit series, Peter Michaels Jr. continues to prove himself as a trailblazer in the industry. His ability to seamlessly blend multiple genres makes him an artist to watch, leaving fans eagerly anticipating what heโll come up with next.
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Review By: Grace Donovan