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Joey LaBeija returns with 'less than three', a haunting and emotionally charged track that blends experimental R&B with introspective electronics, marking a powerful step forward for the genre-defying producer.
Joey LaBeija’s latest track, ‘less than three’, is a captivating exploration of heartbreak and healing, delivered with the emotional depth and experimental flair that has become his signature. Known for producing music for Mowalola’s boundary-pushing runway shows and spinning for the likes of Frank Ocean, Joey steps into his own with a song that feels both deeply personal and sonically daring.
Crafted during a guitar looping session, the track is a haunting blend of atmospheric R&B and warped electronics. Layers of reverb-drenched vocals and delicate synths create an otherworldly backdrop, with just enough grit to keep things grounded. His use of vocal manipulation feels like an extension of his emotions—distorted, raw, and full of yearning.
Thematically, ‘less than three’ is all about letting go. There’s a vulnerability in its slow-burning rhythm and sparse lyrics, but also a quiet strength. It’s a soundscape that captures the messy beauty of moving on, shifting between alien-like distortion and moments of poignant clarity.
Fans of Coucou Chloe or Sega Bodega will appreciate the experimental edge here, but Joey’s work stands apart for its introspection and emotional resonance. ‘less than three’ isn’t just a track—it’s a mood, a moment, and a promise of what’s to come. If this is Joey’s comeback, it’s one that hits all the right notes.