PREMIERE: LoJ Drops Massive Stack of Unreleased Tracks with ‘Afterhere’

Braden Green — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 00:09:24 +0000

Not one, not ten, not twenty… but thirty-nine. That’s how many tracks L*o*J have decided to include on Afterhere. In today’s age of stream-friendly track lengths, short EPs, and frequent single releases, it’s not often that we get to see a substantial collection of music drop all at once, but L*o*J has graciously obliged us all today.

Hard on the heels of the release of their Botanicals EP last month, Afterhere spans projects that date all the way back to 2014 in some instances. Each track is like a photograph pinned on a corkboard, together serving as a collection of snapshots into the duo’s progression as artists. Some of these projects are complete, some are incomplete, some are collaborations that haven’t seen the light of the day… all are distinctly L*o*J, replete with their heavy percussion swing, tribal instrumentation, and grimy basslines.

If you’re wondering what prompted the pair to release these tracks now, they break it down saying, “The decision to release this collection of tracks was driven by a culmination of factors. But mostly we felt a sense of weight to share our musical development with our audience. Some of these projects date back until 2014 while incomplete, carry an important spirit that resonates deeply with our journey as an artist.Giving our close listeners a deeper understanding of our musical evolution. Also there is no reason to let it languish on a hard drive, why not spreading your experiments and imperfections with the world.”

While the project features some tracks that are technically incomplete, the duo expand on the importance each played in their artistic evolution, “To refine one’s skills, a dedicated investment of time in exploring diverse genres and styles is essential. While not every experiment leads to a finished project, they’ve been instrumental in positively molding our music production skills. That’s why these projects hold a special place in our hearts, they’ve been integral to our artistic journey.”

Listening to these tracks I often found myself questioning, “What on Earth was it about this track that didn’t make the cut?” Sure, not every track hits as hard as the rest, but I’ll be damned if my jaw wasn’t agape at some of these (‘Grime’ in particular had me out of my seat). I get the impression that L*o*J are true perfectionists with their art, and to go and show the world what even they themselves might consider to be imperfect demands a lot of respect on our part as listeners. Let’s all give this collection the attention it deserves.

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LoJ Plants the Seeds for their New EP with ‘Root Cause’

Braden Green — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 18:02:27 +0000

L*o*J is a duo that loves to push boundaries, and damn are they good at it. With the release of ‘Root Cause’ on Good Society, 2024 is looking bright for these soundscape-blending wizards. These boys have been hard at work in the studio recently wrapping up their new EP aptly titled BOTANICALS. ‘Root Cause’ is the first taste of the EP for listeners, embodying the trademark L*o*J sound with its murky bass, wobbly synths, and otherworldly production quality.

‘Root Cause’ stands out as a project characterized by its high-energy pace, igniting a vibrant and dynamic trip. As the inaugural track of the EP, the pivotal role of the opening song offers a compelling glimpse into the overarching theme and direction that permeates the entire collection of this project. With pulsating drums and electrifying basslines, this introductory piece serves as a compass, guiding the way through experience that unfolds throughout the EP. Its energetic pulse setting the stage for a compelling exploration of sound and emotion that defines the essence of the entire project.

BOTANICALS deep basslines converge with tropical vocals, creating a dynamic fusion that defies genre conventions. This journey is accentuated by the infusion of aggressive futuristic leads and synths. Countless hours have been dedicated to perfecting the mix and master, ensuring that every drum, every bassline, and every vocal nuance is finely tuned to almost perfection. not only captures the essence of our vision but also elevates the listening experience to new heights. – L*o*J

It’s no struggle to believe that countless hours were spent on the mix and master for ‘Root Cause.’ Finessing a track like this into sounding perfect is no small feat and credit is due where credit is due. The subtlety of the vocal samples, the tasteful panning of instruments, and the sheer fidelity of every layer of the track is simply superb. This is a masterclass of sound design as we’ve come to expect from L*o*J.

If ‘Root Cause’ is any indication as to the quality of the rest of BOTANICALS, it’s safe to say that this EP is going to be phenomenal. Until then, check out the introductory track below.

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PREMIERE: L*o*J Drops Massive Stack of Unreleased Tracks with ‘Afterhere’

L*o*J Plants the Seeds for their New EP with ‘Root Cause’

PREMIERE: LoJ Drops Massive Stack of Unreleased Tracks with ‘Afterhere’

LoJ Plants the Seeds for their New EP with ‘Root Cause’