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Description:
Mood Valiant by Hiatus Kaiyote, released 25 June 2021, includes the following tracks: "Chivalry Is Not Dead", "Get Sun (ft. Arthur Verocai)", "Hush Rattle", "Red Room" and more.
This version of Mood Valiant comes as a 1xCD. -
Back cover states "Made in the EU" however disc matrix indicates it is manufactured in Australia by DW
"Mood Valiant" is a boundary-pushing studio album by the Australian band Hiatus Kaiyote, presented here as an audio CD and released via the visionary label Brainfeeder. On this record, the group refines its trademark blend of neo-soul, jazz, R&B and exploratory fusion into tightly crafted songs full of rhythmic surprises, lush harmonies and emotional depth. The production moves fluidly from intimate, voice-driven passages to dense, groove-oriented arrangements where bass, keys and drums interlock with razor-sharp precision. Every track feels like a self-contained world, yet the album flows as a cohesive journey that rewards both focused listening and casual enjoyment.
Sonically, "Mood Valiant" is rich in detail: intricate drum patterns, off-kilter time signatures and warm analog textures are woven around Nai Palm's distinctive, soulful vocals. Subtle electronic elements, layered backing vocals and sophisticated chord changes give the music a futuristic but organic feel. Lyrically, the album touches on resilience, tenderness, transformation and the complexities of human connection, always delivered with poetic imagery rather than straightforward storytelling. The CD format underscores the album character of the work, inviting listeners to experience the carefully curated sequence from the opening notes to the closing fade-out.
Hiatus Kaiyote have earned an international reputation as one of the most innovative bands in contemporary soul and jazz-adjacent music. Emerging from Melbourne's vibrant scene, they quickly gained global attention for their virtuosic playing, unconventional song structures and deeply emotional songwriting. The band has been praised by influential peers across genres and has attracted a strong following among musicians and producers; several of their compositions have become favorites for sampling and live reinterpretation. Their previous work has received multiple award nominations and widespread critical acclaim, helping to establish them as a reference point for modern, genre-fluid soul.
Brainfeeder, the label behind this release, is known worldwide as a hub for adventurous, forward-thinking music at the intersection of electronic, jazz, hip-hop and experimental sounds. Founded in Los Angeles, the imprint has built a reputation for championing artists who challenge musical boundaries while maintaining a strong sense of groove and emotional resonance. Brainfeeder's catalog is celebrated for its high artistic standards and its role in redefining what modern jazz, beat music and fusion can be. With "Mood Valiant," the label once again demonstrates its commitment to releasing records that are both artistically bold and deeply listenable.