Aja, at the time, had a certain warmth to it that was enjoyable. Great recording, writing and performances on that one.

Steely Dan did another album a few years back that won album of the year too, Two Against Nature, I listen to that one as a reference also when working that genre.

I think it's important to match the style of the music you are creating when picking a reference.


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