Boyu shines on debut album ‘Flower Garden’
St. Louis-born, Los Angeles-based artist Boyu has dropped off his debut album, titled Flower Garden. A versatile 12-track project that showcases Boyu’s versatility and focus as a songwriter, Flower Garden draws from indie-pop, alt-rock, and even hip-hop for a dynamic, engaging offering. The project is character-rich, with each song representing taking on a unique identity, emblematic of a different of flower in Boyu’s “Flower Garden”. He presents us with a series of songs that immerse the listener in an atmospheric vibrancy that is both energizing and laid-back.
Evocative opener and title track “Flower Garden” kicks off the project with a bright, memorable cut that finds Boyu delving into his songwriting strengths with detail-rich instrumentation and sharply-crafted melodies. “Monterey” presents a project highlight as well with its grooving, engaging sonics and smooth, poignant vocal melodies from Boyu. “Embers Of Our Innocence” makes for an emotional, nostalgia-inducing track that utilizes warm keys, sparkling guitars and glowing vocal melodies to a dream-like effect. The project closes smoothly with the infectious “Miata Trip”, which contains summery, feathery guitars and punchy percussion that gives the song a vital undertone, before a beat switch slows down the track for a trap-influenced, rich groove that gives the song added replay value.
A strong new offering from Boyu overall, Flower Garden Boyu’s debut album makes for an eclectic listen that exhibits much focus in its songwriting, as it takes the listener on a resonant, dynamic journey throughout. Sure to capture the hearts of listeners with its rich sonics, intriguing theme, and emotive poignancy, Flower Garden makes a strong case to join the ranks of pre-eminent underground Indie-classics from the last few years
Take a listen to Flower Garden here:
