In a recent interview, Adelaide born and bred Allday revealed his desire to work only with people he admires, and to never make music based on album sales or Spotify plays. After one listen to his second LP, Speeding, it’s immediately clear he’s achieved both wishes.
Recorded in LA, while staying true to his signature style, Speeding sees Allday rap his mellow yet meticulous musings about love and life for millennials. He is a master at his craft, but it’s undeniable that this 12-track album is only richer for its ingenious collaborations.
Melbourne’s Japanese Wallpaper shines on the iridescent single, ‘In Motion’, while up-and-coming songwriter Gracelands’ sultry vocals on ‘Codeine 17’ complement Allday’s relaxed tone flawlessly.
Elsewhere, electronic producer and vocalist Nyne features on ‘Sides’. The hypnotic beats and repetition have a mesmerising effect, and cement her reputation as one to watch.
The album closes with two tracks penned with the help of Brisbane’s brightest rising star, Mallrat. ‘Baby Spiders’ sounds like a burst of sunshine on a cloudy day, juxtaposed with lyrics of love, loss and heartbreak, while the distorted vocals on ‘Ultramarine’ add to the unexpected scale and texture that are consistent throughout this assured album.
Allday’s Speeding is out now through Onetwo.
