Moses Sumney's 'Sophcore': Playful, Sensual, and Fun

Moses Sumney's latest EP, 'Sophcore,' presents a playful yet sensual journey through six unique tracks. Released recently, this collection highlights Sumney's impressive vocal range and artistic depth, drawing from post-Maxwell R&B foundations with admixtures of damaged rock rifflets and modest gospel overtones. The EP, a showcase of his laryngeal resources, serves as an exciting prelude to a forthcoming full-length album.

Collaborating with Portland producer quickly, quickly, Sumney crafts some of the EP's most exquisite moments. Tracks like 'Gold Coast' and 'I'm Better (I'm Bad)' feature impressionistic lyrics and intricate soundscapes that envelop the listener. Sumney's confident vocal performances, from chalky falsetto to louche delight, explore themes of identity and sensuality with an enigmatic allure, leaving audiences captivated by his artistic vision.