Mid Spiral

Mid Spiral represents a significant expansion of BADBADNOTGOOD's sonic palette, originally released as three distinct thematic volumes: Chaos, Order, and Growth. This 18-track collection sees the core trio of Sow, Hansen, and Whitty collaborating with a wider circle of musicians, including Felix Fox-Pappas and Kaelin Murphy, to create their most ambitious work to date. Moving beyond their early reputation as hip-hop's favorite jazz ensemble, the album dives deep into psychedelic soul, Latin jazz, and lounge aesthetics. The recording is characterized by its heavy use of analog gear and tape saturation, giving it a timeless quality that bridges the gap between 1970s jazz-funk and contemporary experimental music. Critical reception has highlighted the band's ability to maintain a cohesive 'vibe' while exploring diverse subgenres, noting the sophisticated interplay between Leland Whitty's versatile wind arrangements and the rhythm section's unwavering groove.