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After a long-awaited release, Jamie xx, renowned for his role in The xx and acclaimed solo work, presents his highly anticipated second album, In Waves. Following his groundbreaking 2015 debut In Colour, this new project continues to showcase Jamie’s ability to blend the worlds of underground electronic music with mainstream appeal. Known for his innovative production techniques and eclectic range of influences, In Waves marks a bold step forward, merging club-ready beats with introspective moments, all while maintaining the distinctive sound that has made Jamie xx a key figure in modern electronic music.
Jamie xx’s career has been marked by his deep connection to both his work with The xx and his ventures as a solo artist. His ability to craft delicate, emotive soundscapes was first made evident on The xx’s debut album, xx, and later solidified on his 2011 collaboration with the late Gil Scott-Heron, We’re New Here. This eclectic blend of remixing, producing, and crafting emotionally charged electronic music has earned him collaborations with artists like Drake, Florence + The Machine, and Tyler, the Creator, further broadening his appeal. In Waves reflects this same versatility, drawing from a decade of experience and collaborations while maintaining the raw energy that first made him a standout artist.
In Waves opens with tracks that build on Jamie xx’s club music roots but quickly shifts gears into more experimental territory. “Waited All Night” features a reunion with Romy Madley Croft, one of his bandmates from The xx, but takes a sharp turn from the minimalist sound their fans might expect. The track showcases deeper basslines and punchy kicks, adding a new dimension to their typically introspective collaborations. Meanwhile, tracks like “Falling Together” feature contributions from contemporary choreographer Oona Doherty, demonstrating Jamie’s continued interest in blending music with other art forms, much like his 2015 collaboration on Tree of Codes, a ballet scored by Jamie xx and choreographed by Wayne McGregor.
The production on In Waves also benefits from Jamie xx’s extensive work as a producer for other artists. His recent efforts on albums like Oliver Sim’s Hideous Bastard and Romy’s Mid Air clearly inform the layered, textural soundscapes throughout this album. Tracks seamlessly shift from upbeat club anthems to more introspective and atmospheric numbers, highlighting Jamie’s ability to create a narrative arc through electronic music. Like his contemporaries Four Tet and Burial, Jamie xx continues to push the boundaries of modern electronic music, crafting songs that resonate both in a club setting and on personal reflection.
