Slum Village, Elijah Fox, and Eric Roberson land “Factor” with the kind of polish that makes a new release feel instantly essential. The record sounds like a keeper the second it starts, with enough warmth and swing to cut through the feed.
Glossy keys open the door, the bass sits low and steady, and the drums snap without crowding the vocal space. Elijah Fox’s harmonic touch gives the track a satin finish, while Eric Roberson brings a human, lived-in edge that keeps every phrase moving.
On a late drive, a desk session, or a clean-up-the-kitchen hour, “Factor” fits the moment without asking for attention. Slum Village keeps the groove patient and the mood sharp, which is exactly the right balance right now.
