Los Angeles is the eternal muse. Its golden smog-facade lies over the land of big dreams and fault lines, threatening to swallow it all up at any moment.
All that glitters is not gold for long, and like the California sun, On Sunset offers a glimpse at the city of fallen angels through all variants of light. In blue-eyed-soul tradition, Nicholas Krgovich paints his scene with rich, pastel harmonies to rival the best of 80’s AM soft rock. Liquid R&B beats carry such catchy melodies that you are left wondering why on earth this guy isn’t writing for the big wig weasels of the major label world."Rock’s Dream" showcases the arrangements of composer Stefan Udell in a longing meditation, while "Moon’s Soft Glow" could serve as the soundtrack for a drive down Mulholland Drive after midnight.
Despite his extensive history of collaboration with P:ano, No Kids, GiGi and Amber Coffman of Dirty Projectors, this record feels like his debut. An introduction to a man who’s been here all along.
★★★★★
