Album Review: Bananas by J3LLYP!E
Alright, let’s talk about Bananas by J3LLYP!E. Released back in 2013 under the Russian label J.W.Records, this album is a wild ride through Electronic and Hip Hop beats with a heavy dash of Experimental vibes. If you’re into music that feels like it doesn’t care about fitting into any box, this one’s for you.
Now, I gotta say, the title track “Bananas” is unforgettable. It’s got this wonky, glitchy beat that feels like your headphones are throwing a party without asking for permission. The way J3LLYP!E layers sounds is nuts—there’s this moment where the bassline just drops out of nowhere, and you’re like, “Wait, what just happened?” But instead of being jarring, it’s kinda refreshing. Like biting into an actual banana but finding out it’s secretly chocolate inside. Weird? Yes. Cool? Absolutely.
Another standout is “Track Name I Forgot” (okay, fine, I didn’t forget—but seriously, who names their tracks so cryptically?). This one leans more into the Hip Hop side of things, with a beat that’s both bouncy and moody. There’s this vocal sample chopped up in the background that sounds like someone laughing at you—or maybe with you? Either way, it’s haunting in the best possible way. By the time the track ends, you’re left wondering if you just heard something genius or totally unhinged. Probably both.
What I love about Bananas is how unapologetically weird it is. It’s not trying to be your typical playlist filler. Instead, it’s like J3LLYP!E sat down and said, “You know what? Let’s make people scratch their heads and bob their heads at the same time.” And honestly? Mission accomplished.
Final thought: Listening to this album feels like stepping into a parallel universe where bananas rule the world and gravity works sideways. Not sure if that makes sense, but hey, neither does this album—and that’s exactly why it’s worth checking out.
Oh, and fun fact: apparently, J3LLYP!E once said this album was inspired by dreams about fruit markets. So next time you’re grocery shopping, throw on Bananas. Who knows? Maybe you’ll walk out with some kiwis and existential questions.
