Michael Kiwanuka: “Small Changes” ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Some artists hit you square in the feels, and Michael Kiwanuka is one of them. Every album this bloke churns out feels like he’s poured every ounce of his heart and soul into it. “Small Changes”? It’s Kiwanuka’s magnum opus—different, daring, and downright definitive. Honestly, can it even get better than this? Doubtful.
This is one for the late-night sessions.. Stick it on, crack open a drink, and let yourself drown in the vibes.
“Floating Parade” gets things rolling in style, while “Four Long Years” is a proper gut-punch of a ballad, full of lyrical genius. Then there’s the title track, “Small Changes”; a masterclass in understated power. It’s not about big, flashy moments; it’s the quieter, perfectly crafted subtleties that make this album shine.
Kiwanuka reckons this album “transcends any notion of what is or isn’t cool,” and he’s bloody right. This is the sound of effortless cool. The man isn’t just making music; he’s defining vibes. If this isn’t his best work yet, I’ll eat my hat.
Stand-out tracks: “Rebel Soul”, “Follow Your Dreams”
