Last July, Swedish duo jj released their debut, jj no. 2. The album was dreamy and mysterious; it mainly served to flex the band's diversity of influences (ranging from Afro-pop to electronic to the music you could listen to while sitting around a campfire). On their latest release, logically entitled jj no. 3, the band captures that same worldly magic. Example: "Let Go," the first track released off the album, journeys from "Fireflies"-like synths to pulsating African percussion. It's a charming tune about winter. While the 9 tracks on the album don't pack as much of a rhythmic punch as on the debut, the LP makes up for it with outstanding vocals and lush, reverbed guitars. A must-have for any fan of the first record, jj remains charming and fun.
8.5/10
