Khruangbin - Con Todo El Mundo

Limited Edition, Numbered, Off-White pressing

Year Released: 2018

Genre: Psychedelic Rock, Funk, World Music, Dub

Description:

Con Todo El Mundo is the second studio album by the American musical trio Khruangbin, released on January 26, 2018. The album title, which translates from Spanish to "With All The World," is a deeply personal phrase for bassist Laura Lee, who explained that it was her grandfather's only accepted answer to the question "How much do you love me?" The title also serves as a perfect metaphor for the band's globetrotting musical influences, which are even more expansive on this album.

Building on the foundation of their debut, The Universe Smiles Upon You, which was heavily inspired by 1960s and '70s Thai funk, Con Todo El Mundo shifts its focus to the funk and soul sounds of the Middle East, particularly from Iran. The sound is an intoxicating and hazy blend of psychedelic rock, dub, and funk, characterized by Mark Speer's lyrical, reverb-drenched guitar lines, Laura Lee's mesmerizing bass grooves, and Donald "DJ" Johnson's steady, laid-back drumming. The album is predominantly instrumental, relying on the interplay between the three members to create a cohesive and immersive sonic landscape.

The album features a number of fan favorites, including the high-energy and mysterious "Maria También" and the introspective, laid-back "Friday Morning." One of the most beloved tracks on the album, "Evan Finds the Third Room," is a rare vocal track from the band, showcasing their playful and spontaneous side. The album was recorded in a barn in the Texas countryside, a tranquil setting that is reflected in the music's peaceful and meditative feel. Con Todo El Mundo received widespread critical acclaim and solidified Khruangbin's reputation as a unique and innovative force in modern music, beloved for their ability to create a sound that is both vintage and utterly timeless.