Because I live and work in Los Angeles, I spend a decent amount of time in my car. Whether I’m driving to the gym to train clients, to Hollywood or downtown for a casting, or the 50 miles to Orange County to see Mimi, I log some hours in my ride. That means music or podcasts.
Today I’ll focus on the former.
Perhaps you are in a similar situation, or just looking for something new? I submit these four records for your listening pleasure.
1. Miles Davis – Bitches Brew
This is like hearing a painting being made by a bunch of geniuses in real time.
2. Mastodon – Leviathan
Conceptual metal album based on Melville’s Moby Dick? Here you go.
3. Nas – Illmatic
Nas’ phrasing and ability to tell a story is on full display in these gangster vignettes. Essential hip hop.
4. Autechre – Peel Session
Incredibly composed and layered. Unique even in the IDM world–and this was 1995…