Still Life (2016)

"Still Life sounds as lush, expansive, and rainforest-like as the previous two Young Magic albums, but there seems to be more of an affected, yearning sentiment to it. The release also seems more focused, blending the group's myriad influences into a more cohesive sound. Previous recordings melded musical elements such as trip-hop, U.K. garage/dubstep, and dreamy mid-'90s IDM (a la Seefeel), and while those sounds are still present, they're less overt and more natural-sounding than before. Gamelan rhythms provide a heartbeat for these songs, but it doesn't sound like they're directly trying to emulate Indonesian musical traditions. Malay's ethereal, multi-layered vocals mesh comfortably with the resounding bass tones and soft guitars. The album has a soft, loose, and delicate sound, but it never feels weak or hopeless; Malay's sentiments are always urgent and sincere. Still Life is a captivating album of intense personal reflection, and marks a significant amount of artistic growth." (AllMusic)