Something About April II

Released in 2016, Something About April II is the direct successor to Adrian Younge's 2011 breakthrough. Recorded entirely at his Linear Labs studio using strictly vintage analog equipment, the album serves as a definitive statement of Younge's 'American Soul' aesthetic. While the first installment leaned heavily into psychedelic soul, this sequel incorporates more European cinematic influences, specifically the baroque arrangements and haunting atmospheres of Italian film composers like Alessandro Alessandroni and Ennio Morricone. The album features a recurring cast of collaborators, including Laetitia Sadier (Stereolab) and Bilal, whose vocal contributions add a layer of sophisticated art-pop and classic soul respectively. Critics noted the album's incredible attention to detail, praising Younge's ability to create a cohesive narrative world that feels both nostalgic and entirely unique in the modern musical landscape. It remains a cornerstone of the 21st-century analog revival.