Across ten tracks, two of which have already earned press acclaim, Stolen Days are making their intent clear with their diverse, exquisitely produced debut album. The self-titled work is free-flowing, effortless, and charmingly laid-back, yet it still impresses across the board, especially with ‘No Need For Alarm’, the band’s third single, which completes a remarkable cycle.
The single’s groove is vivacious, with Alex Fitts supplying a self-assured, charming vocal. The bassline grooves, the drum work stays consistent, and their writing resists easy packaging into existing genre norms. The record itself twists and pulses across a wide spectrum, swaying without force between avant-garde and commercial, infusing 90s hip-hop with 00s indie sensibilities.
Their reputation speaks for itself, not just across the short life of Stolen Days, but the duo’s past accomplishments. Dub Sonata and Alex Fitts have made their own waves in the industry, working across a wealth of high-profile projects, including SZA and Kid Cudi, to reference a couple. Now, the pair look forward, armed with a portfolio that is sleek, subtle and impressive.
