We Slept Hard on Victoria Monét
Victoria Monét’s latest triumph, Jaguar II, dropped this summer but we could not let this solar year turn over without lauding the virtues of this gem. A solid listen top to tail, this album gives flavors of candle-lit Neo Soul, Dub Reggae, Alt R&B, and even a few moments of fusion. A particularly juicy moment in this album is Party Girls, featuring Buju Banton. The track has a few distinct movements, each more bumpin than the next. Viral sensation “On My Mama” has produced dance challenges and various cultural memes. As you find yourself in coming moments of winter stillness, curl up with this big cat.
