Its that time of year for my annual series reviewing all of the album of the year nominees. This year I graded each track out of 100, and then of course averaged it out. On albums that feature interludes, or on certain tracks that are around a minute or shorter, those won't be judged toward the album.
"Mutt" - Leon Thomas
(Rights to EZMNY/Motown Records)
1) "How Fast"
There's a cool intro (with an engine sound, fading between ears). The drums really kick in; "So addicted to the top, it's always missionary".
2) "Safe Place"
There's a bluesy, sort of experimental sound.
3) "Dancing With Demons"
With a spoken word intro, this track has a nice lyrical flow; "Nobody said how dark the light be".
4) "Vibes Don't Lie"
A funky vibe, this track meanders a bit. However, there's a nice horn section to close.
5) "Lucid Dreams" ft/ Masego
This deals with the after-effects of a breakup; "So dramatic you treat life like a movie scene".
6) "Feelings on Silent" ft/ Wale
Dealing with someone's real persona and "masking" one's true self and thoughts.
7) "Answer Your Phone"
A ballad, this track really builds. A vocal showcase, you can really feel his pleading.
8) "Yes It Is"
The intro is very smooth; "Bible scriptures on your left thigh, verses you don't really live by".
9) Far Fetched" ft/ Ty Dolla $ign
This focuses on a partner's wishful long-term plans.
10) "Sooner or Later" ft/ Axlfolie
11) "Mutt"
A throwback vibe, the verses outshine a rather mediocre chorus.
12) "I Do"
This track doesn't really go anywhere.
13) "I Used To" ft/ Baby Rose
There's a nice drum intro, "She said I used to have a heart, but I don't remember". This is the best feature on the album.
14) "Mutt" remix ft/ Freddie Gibbs
The remix adds some more flow to the original.
"Mutt" had its ebbs and flows, but I found this to be largely a consistent effort from Leon Thomas. The album overall moved at a fairly nice pace. (78.8)
Sabrina Carpenter "Man's Best Friend" - 82.4
Leon Thomas "Mutt" - 78.8
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