Flakebelly’s The Christmas Morning Outcome is a dynamic collection of 2023’s singles, offering a kaleidoscope of soundscapes that defy genre conventions. This vinyl release spans a multitude of musical realms, from 90’s indie-rock nostalgia to introspective jazz-tinged reveries.
Opening with That’s What She Said, an alternative indie-rocker inspired by Weezer, Sonic Youth, and Dinosaur Jr., the track delivers audacious energy reminiscent of the early ‘90s, with a melodic undertone like a whispered secret. The collection moves into 3 Little Rooms, a laid-back jazz piece with lo-fi vibes and delicate slide guitars, creating a warm reassurance that life will somehow be alright.
Ship in a Bottle takes you through a storm of psychedelic indie-jazz, exploring habitual dependency with haunting falsettos and skittering instrumentation. The Trick shifts gears, blending electronic funk, hip-hop, and soul with deep-funk grooves and computerized voices, while Long, It Goes Over Again dances on the edge of surrealism with erratic rhythms and dadaist lyrics.
Rounding out the album, Dandelion offers a fuzzy, chaotic trip of euphoria, and the title track, The Christmas Morning Outcome, serves as a rallying cry against negativity, a sonic voyage through multiverses. Ending with In Parks of Tall Trees, the collection weaves together a mind-bending auditory journey of jazz-lite parachutes and backwards piano chords.
This album is a testament to Flakebelly's genre-blurring creativity, packed with unique sonic adventures that continue to expand his distinctive sound.