If you haven't checked out "The Shape of You" by DC area artist Minh, do not wait another minute. The blend of neo-soul, pop and electronic flavor is just the album to launch us into the fast-approaching summer. Each song on this 10 track album is deftly produced and sung with such an in-the-moment feel that you sense as if you're present while the songs are coming to life. The electronic-influenced first track "Let's Go" may appear incongruous on much of this laid-back pop effort, but that would be missing the point. Minh's trick is to provide a rallying call to get you on board, and “Let’s Go” is infectious enough to get you. He knows once you're on board, he's got you for the rest of the trip. "Don't Keep Me Waiting" is probably the standout track for its sparseness and haunting string arrangements. For this prolific artist / producer, I wouldn't be too quick to have Minh pigeon-holed into any particular style yet. Listening to the skill with which each song is produced and performed, you can sense the consumate musician that this talented young artist is. More about the other tracks, you say? Well, you’re just going to have to check the entire album out for yourself. If you appreciate how visceral good music can be, "The Shape of You" is truly the album for you.
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