BudaMunk & J.Lamotta present their collabo project Searching Skies via Jakarta Records. Musically, the LP merges Lamotta's iconic R&B, jazz-meets-Neo-Soul aesthetics with BudaMunks laid-back, perfectly imperfect lo-fi hip-hop productions. The collaboration couldn't come at a better time, as J.Lamotta sees her loyal fanbase growing in Japan. Meanwhile, BudaMunk's consistency for perfectly-imperfect productions have made him a master of the relaxed flow rhythm that stays fresh and keeps you nodding.
The first single, "Eyes To The Skies" is full of warbly keys, angelic pads and thick drums. With the sweet-as-dates voice of Lamotta the song floats, making the listener feel as if they're in the skies themselves. The second single is the heavenly, swinging, percussive-heavy "Put It Aside", featuring vocal melodies that warp into peculiar sounds that defy auditory recognition... yet tingle with nostalgic familiarity.
Searching Skies truly is a synthesis of great artists and collaborators; effortlessly combining heady productions and angelic neo-soul influenced vocals. J.Lamotta & BudaMunk have a finely tuned ear to blissfully bring together their different influences. The LP will surely have you swaying along.
2. Put It Aside
3. Stay
4. Running Slow
5. Light Overcast (Interlude)
6. Carry On
7. When We Get There
8. Searching Skies (Interlude)
9. The Very Thought Of You
10. Open Your Mind