these cuts nod equally to classic Kingston studios and the slick pop-reggae crossover of the ’80s
“Thrice Crowned” kicks things off with a car-whoosh and wailing trumpets over gritty bass
This P-Vine reissue from 2021 brings it back to life with care: beautifully remastered
Released on their own label and limited to just 300 copies
Recorded over five relaxed days at Portage Lounge
Sladek – Things Gotta Change snuggle these cuts nod equally toOn their fourth release, Austrian soul outfit Sladek lean fully into their analog devotion and come out sharper, warmer, and more assured. Things Gotta Change builds on the breakthrough of Loveless (2024), channeling the social conscience and emotional depth of Curtis Mayfield, Donny Hathaway, and Marvin Gaye without slipping into imitation. Across ten tracks, the band balances weight and uplift, from the swelling opener Weight of the World to the