Album Review: Los Retros Goes Into “Retrospect”
GAHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!! It is a strange time in this world because representation is rising for oppressed communities, like Latinx, while human rights are being challenged across the globe. Yet, it is not surprising that music and culture rise in defense of its carrier’s humanity so as to show those. with a more destructive energy, that you cannot kill creativity. Yes, I made a really deep point to introduce you to Mauri Tapia or rather Los Retros, and his debut EP, Retrospect.
In creating his debut, Los Retros looks back on history of life experiences and musical preferences; uniting both to craft a detailed look in how Mauri Tapia became Los Retros. The perk of having such a rich motive in making his debut is that you realize what an innocent life Los Retros has lived. Yes, I know “innocent” can be treated as a “pure” or babyish term, but I see it as a phrasing for “no guilt.” From ‘“Friends” to “Last Day on Earth,” the entire record flows with a mellow exuberance; as if to socially show no one can take your youth away. It is an era when, if you let it, you learn that the most important thing is how you connect to people.
Blending all kinds of sounds/ genres, from psychedelic rock to R&B, Los Retros’ debut feels like a radio into the future, which is ironic considering he is all about going retro. Yet, when you hear songs such as, “Nostalgic Vibrations,” “Oh Grace,” and “Love Tape,” you realize that the minute your hear “longing” as theme sound feels warped to the past. “Never Have Enough” feels like it could have been blasted from a Cadillac driving down the Nevada desert. Its winding quality proves that such a note makes music, from any era, flow into each other. For some reason, the desire for better has always been a human plight, and Los Retros reminds us it is also reason we get together and chill. With a voice that feels relaxed and unbothered, chill is all you can do as you hear Retrospect on June 21. Click Here For More Information Los Retros Click Here.
