Whatever the Weather - Whatever the Weather II - Dark Green Vinyl Record

In just a few short years, Loraine James has truly made her mark on London’s music scene with an incredible variety of releases! She showcases her unique style, which beautifully blends polished composition with bold experimentation and intricate electronic programming. Her work under her own name with Hyperdub often features IDM-inspired tracks filled with rich, heartfelt vocals, while her alias, Whatever The Weather, invites us on an introspective journey. Here, she explores her natural “emotional temperature” and surroundings, which shines through in her creatively titled, temperature-themed tracks. Her second full-length album radiates warmth compared to its chillier predecessor, as seen in the transition from LP1’s frosty cover art to LP2’s sunlit imagery. Both albums benefit from the amazing mastering work of her close friend and collaborator Josh Eustis (a.k.a. Telefon Tel Aviv), whose keen ear enhances James’ intricate sounds, crafting a wonderfully immersive listening experience. From mesmerizing atmospheres to textured rhythms and layered field recordings, Whatever The Weather II captivatingly blends organic and human elements, celebrating the creativity of one of electronic music’s most imaginative artists.The lead single and closing track, “12°C,” takes listeners on a delightful journey from lively urban landscapes into a mesmerizing groove, blending melody and texture into an unexpectedly rich and evocative sound. In its closing moments, the soothing strum of an acoustic guitar and a gentle, finger-tapped beat intertwine with her pitch-shifted vocals, beautifully capturing the essence of Whatever The Weather II. This album is filled with moments like these, where traditional composition feels like a film in reverse, playfully bending conventions with wit, intelligence, and remarkable skill!