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ROOKIE
Pop · 2017 · 10 tracks · 39m

ROOKIE

Black Kids

A sophisticated, mid-tempo evolution of the blog-era sound. Shimmering synths and girl-group harmonies meet a more mature, bittersweet songwriting perspective.

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It's like the band finally grew up, but they kept all the best synths and harmonies.

A reflective and warm collection of synth-pop that balances nostalgia with a mature sense of self.

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Tracklist · 10 Tracks · 39m
01
IFFY
4:24
02
In a Song
3:48
03
If My Heart Is Broken
4:11
04
V-Card (Not Nuthin’)
2:25
05
Rookie
3:57
06
Illin’
5:45
07
Natural Born Kissers
3:45
08
All the Emotions
3:49
09
Obligatory Drugs
4:40
10
Way Into Leather
2:33
Moments Worth Waiting For
The thick, rubbery bassline that anchors the opening of IFFY, signaling a move away from the frantic energy of their debut.
The lush, stacked vocal harmonies on Rookie that recall 60s pop but filtered through a hazy 80s synth lens.
The slow-burning groove of Obligatory Drugs which trades bratty hooks for a more patient, textured arrangement.
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