Kito Jempere’s Part Time Chaos Part Time Calmness reveals a multi-dimensional artist ready to explore beyond the house beats that have long defined his career. This latest album presents an intricate balancing act between his public life as a performer and his private life as a father and partner, blending sounds and influences that range from ambient folk to jazz fusion and 80s synthwave. With each track, Kito builds what he calls "the soundtrack for a movie I’ve never made," a project that captures his musical and personal evolution over recent years.
Returning to the rawness of his earlier days, Kito brings out his guitar, a trusted companion from his youth, to craft songs like “Killer Line” and “Love Myself But I Can’t Make It Love.” These pieces echo the themes he explored in last year’s Green Monster, with nostalgia-laden tones blending into forward-looking, genre-blurring experimentation. The album draws on an impressive roster of guest artists—Jimi Tenor, Adam Evald, and Hard Ton—who add depth to each track. The result is a harmonious synthesis of his club persona and introspective self, with a seamless integration of his past and present.
The album opens with “Killer Line,” a heartfelt ballad, before moving into unexpected stylistic twists like “Before Music Dies,” a fusion of jazz and flamenco, and “Sounds of Love,” which channels sun-soaked coastal vibes. Kito navigates genre with ease, bringing together disparate influences to create an album that feels like an intimate cinematic journey. Tracks like “Footsteps” and “In The Countryside” add playful cultural references, grounding the album in a world that is both personal and relatable.
Free from the constraints of traditional club production, Kito explores an expanded sonic palette. Songs like “Absent Ascent” surge with powerful synths, while “Shorespotting” and the closing track “Lovers” provide a tranquil, liberated soundscape. Each track is its own story, reflecting Kito’s journey through transformation and self-discovery.
With Part Time Chaos Part Time Calmness, Kito Jempere showcases a profound exploration of identity and change. The album embraces life’s contrasting forces, creating a complex and deeply satisfying listening experience.
Streaming links: https://ffm.to/ptcptc
Buy links:Bandcamp (2xLP in two colors, audio cassette, 2xCD, t-shirt)https://kitojempere.bandcamp.com/album/part-time-chaos-part-time-calmness
Juno Records (2xLP black vinyl)https://www.juno.co.uk/products/kito-jempere-part-time-chaos-part-time-calmness-vinyl/1045425-01/
Juno Records (2xLP yellow vinyl)https://www.juno.co.uk/products/kito-jempere-part-time-chaos-part-time-calmness-vinyl/1045452-01/
Artist contact:kitojempere@gmail.com
Artist website:www.kitojempere.com
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