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Review: F.U.N. is the first Slum Village album since 2015 so naturally shows the Detroit legends' evolution in that time, but also, thankfully, stays true to their legendary roots. Originally planned as a sample-based project, T3 and Young RJ pivoted and embraced disco and funk influences with live instruments and bold production. Tracks like 'All Live' and 'Keep Dreaming' blend their signature grit with vibrant rhythms while collaborations with Phat Kat, Larry June and Brittney Carter add fresh dimensions. RJ's lush, dynamic beats revitalise the group's sound for the here and now by balancing vintage boom-bap with modern grooves. Nearly a decade later, F.U.N. proves Slum Village's ability to innovate while maintaining their playful, unapologetic ethos.

Review: The legendary Slum Village's latest album was another great return and now it lands on wax after nearly a decade. The 12-track project is packed with great collaborations with Larry June, Cordae, Robert Glasper, Eric Roberson, Phat Kat, Karriem Riggins, and more. Following their 2015 hit Yes!, T3 and Young RJ continued to evolve the group's legacy while staying rooted in their Detroit sound. With F.U.N., they explore disco-inspired grooves and blend nostalgia with innovation. As T3 explained at the time, the album was about breaking boundaries and "just having fun." Slum Village proved they're still relevant here as they head into new but familiar still familiar.