Following a four-year pause between albums, Leon Vynehall finally reemerged with In Daytona Yellow, a project that transports listeners somewhere entirely otherworldly.
This is what I really love about Leon Vynehall albums - they have this transportative quality to them that’s characterized by eerie soundscapes and surprises waiting for us in every corner. For me, the number of vocal guests was a surprise. That being said, their presence added color to the mix, and in some instances, heightened the album’s emotive allure to cement this as his most personal project to date.
"There are songs on this album where I say goodbye to former versions of myself and welcome who I am now. There are others where I dote on the harsh inner critic and wonder why it can be so difficult to find any compassion for yourself at times," Leon Vynehall share.
Even through the jarring sound design, we can hear his growing pains, how much he’s let go, and the next chapter in his evolution. He still is able to blur the lines between club culture and immersive storytelling. "Scab" more so leans towards the latter, and this is evocative of the instrumental progression along with TYSON's vocal performance. The beat is wonky, decorated with murky yet unpolished sound design that's constantly in motion. TYSON's uplifting vocals contrast this element, creating a dynamic balance between raw experimentation and soulful clarity.
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