Michael, the debut album from Chaz Bundick’s beats-y side-project Les Sins, was one of my low-key faves of 2014, producing more than a few magic moments. Its weak points were moments sounding a little similar to Toro y Moi (Bundick’s main gig), which isn’t to say I don’t dig Toro y Moi – quite the opposite – and here on Empty Nesters, Toro y Moi is sounding less like Toro y Moi than ever. The chillwave aural signifiers are nowhere to be seen (incidentally, the Hipster Runoff domain is up for sale, times have changed), crafting lush, dreamy flower pop. Reminds me of Liam Finn’s finer moments.
Toro Y Moi : Empty Nesters
