Album Review: Furney – We Are Living
Alright, so let’s talk about We Are Living by Furney. This 2017 release under Soul Deep Exclusives is a solid entry in the drum n bass world, and if you’re into electronic vibes that feel like they were made for late-night drives or zoning out with headphones on, this one’s worth checking out. It’s got that classic US drum n bass energy—smooth but punchy, melodic but not trying too hard to impress.
The title track, “We Are Living,” hits different. I mean, it’s one of those tunes where you just kinda close your eyes and let it wash over you. The beat builds up slow at first, teasing you, then BAM—it drops, and suddenly you’re vibing harder than you expected. There’s something about the way Furney layers the synths here; it feels nostalgic but fresh at the same time, like hearing an old friend tell a new story. You don’t forget tracks like this easily because they make you feel stuff without even realizing it.
Then there’s “Blue.” Oh man, this one’s my sleeper fave. At first listen, it might seem low-key compared to the others, but give it a minute. The bassline sneaks up on you, all deep and brooding, while these little atmospheric touches float around in the background. It’s moody as heck, but in the best way possible. Like, you could totally picture yourself staring out a rainy window while this plays in the background. Or maybe walking through an empty city street at 3 AM. Whatever your vibe is, “Blue” just gets it.
Other tracks like “Rolling Down Time” and “Elmalougalou” keep things moving nicely, though they didn’t stick with me quite as much as the two above. They’re still fun listens, tho—especially when you wanna crank up the volume and let the rhythm take over.
So yeah, We Are Living isn’t gonna blow your mind if you’re expecting some crazy experimental stuff, but it doesn’t need to. Sometimes albums are just… good. Solid. Dependable. And honestly? That’s more than enough.
Random thought: Listening to this album makes me wonder what Furney was thinking about while making it. Was he chilling in some studio somewhere, sipping coffee and zoning out? Or was he rushing to finish before deadline stress kicked in? Either way, props to him for creating something that still holds up years later. Now excuse me while I go add “Blue” to my “Rainy Day Vibes” playlist again.
