Album Review: "Come And Get It" by Ducked Ape Feat. Paolo Ravley
If you’re a fan of deep house that hits just the right vibe without trying too hard, then Come And Get It by Ducked Ape Feat. Paolo Ravley is worth your attention. Released in 2015 under Armada Deep—a label known for its knack for quality electronic music—this album brings together smooth beats and moody tones with a distinctly Dutch touch. It’s not groundbreaking, but it doesn’t need to be. Sometimes, simplicity does the trick.
The title track, “Come And Get It,” sticks out immediately. The groove pulls you in like a warm hug on a chilly night. Paolo Ravley’s vocals are understated yet soulful, blending seamlessly with the pulsating bassline and atmospheric synths. What makes this one memorable? It's got that perfect balance between chill and danceable—a tune you can either lose yourself in or use as fuel for late-night shenanigans. You won’t forget it quickly because it feels familiar, like an old friend who knows how to keep things interesting.
Another standout is (insert second track name here). This cut dials up the energy slightly, adding layers of percussion that feel almost hypnotic. There’s a moment around the two-minute mark where everything drops out except for a single echoing chord—it’s simple stuff, but man, it works. Tracks like these remind me why I fell in love with deep house in the first place: they don’t shout for attention; they earn it quietly, piece by piece.
What’s cool about this album is how unpretentious it feels. In a world full of overproduced bangers, Come And Get It lets the music speak for itself. Sure, it might not reinvent the genre, but sometimes sticking to what you know best is enough.
Here’s the kicker though—I listened to this while cooking dinner last week, and before I knew it, I was dancing around my kitchen holding a spatula like some wannabe DJ. Not sure if that says more about the album or my questionable sense of rhythm, but hey, isn’t that what good music’s supposed to do? Make life a little weirder, a little brighter. Give it a spin—you might end up doing the same.
