Album Review: Stone The Crows by TJO
Alright, let’s talk about Stone The Crows by TJO, a techno banger that dropped in 2011 under Twisted Beats. If you’re into electronic music that punches you right in the feels (and maybe your dancing shoes), this one's worth a spin. Coming straight outta the UK, it’s got that raw, gritty vibe that reminds you why techno still rules the underground scene.
The title track, Stone The Crows (Original Mix), is the kind of tune that grabs you by the collar and doesn’t let go. It starts off with this hypnotic beat—simple but so damn effective—and then layers on these eerie synths that feel like they’re creeping up on you. There’s something about the way TJO builds tension; it’s not over-the-top dramatic, just steady enough to keep you hooked. By the time the drop hits, you’re already losing it on the dancefloor—or maybe just in your kitchen while pretending to be a DJ. Either way, it sticks with you.
Then there’s Naked (Original Mix), which takes things down a notch but still keeps that dark, brooding energy. This one feels more personal, like TJO decided to strip everything back (pun totally intended) and let the mood do the talking. The bassline is deep and groovy, almost like it’s whispering secrets in your ear. I remember this track because it’s one of those rare songs that makes you stop scrolling through Spotify playlists and actually listen. It’s understated but powerful, kinda like that quiet kid in school who turns out to be secretly hilarious.
What I love about Stone The Crows as an album is how unapologetically itself it is. No flashy gimmicks, no trying to appeal to the masses—it just does its thing, confident in its own skin. And honestly? That’s refreshing. It’s the kind of record that makes you want to dig deeper into TJO’s discography or hit up some late-night raves where everyone’s vibing together in their own little worlds.
Here’s the random thought to leave you with: Listening to this album feels like being inside a sci-fi movie where nothing explodes, but everything glows neon blue. Weird, right? But hey, isn’t that what good music’s all about? Finding those moments that make you tilt your head and go, “Huh. Cool.”
So yeah, give Stone The Crows a shot if you haven’t already. Just don’t blame me when you can’t stop hitting repeat.
