A Minimalistic Reemergence

Though Neneh Cherry has not released an album for 16 years, Blank Project captivates the listener with a modern, understated, emotional sound. The LP, filled with musical themes of jazz, soul, hip-hop, rock, pop, and electronica, was mixed over five days, giving it raw, powerful, and concise qualities. Neneh Cherry has a unique, detailed narrative style, strongly evident in “Dossier.‰” Her duet with Robyn, “Out of the Black‰” proves to be a wonderful combination, holding delicate, mysterious harmonies. The lyrical emphasis of Blank Project is enhanced by the simplistic, yet interesting instrumentation; however, the cowbell in “Weightless‰” will forever haunt my dreams. All of Neneh Cherry‰’s feelings are out on the table in her latest project, one that definitely deserves a careful listen.

Recommended: 8,9,1,2,10
RIYL: Four Tet, Robyn, Erykah Badu, Fiona Apple, Yoko Ono