The Internet: Hive Mind Vinyl 2LP

So after a solid three listens in a row, I give this album an 8.5 out of 10. The production is top notch. The vibe is right. The band is as on point as ever. Syd's voice is as magical as it has ever been. However, I was hoping that this would eclipse Ego Death and for me [and this is for me only] it did not. The album is still a sexy solid groove that has a lot of 80's funk and quiet storm feels.1. Come Together - Solid opening track. It is mature and the name is a definite reflection of the album framework "Hive Mind". In the times that we live in, it seems like a call to action delivered by the Florence Nightingale of music (Syd).2. Roll (Burbank Funk) - Roll makes me want to do just that. The song puts you in the mind of roller skating on Saturday nights… smooth, easy, and effortless.3. Come Over - Syd's voice over the beat of the drum and the smooth 70's laden guitar rhythm is exquisite. This is a roll your windows down, turn it up loud, wind in your hair, driving song just as it is a lie on your back, gaze up at the stars with the sweetest brown sugar, and just chill song!!4. La Di Da - Makes me nod my head so hard. I'm just here to have a damn good time and maybe take your girl! Lol! The sing song rap is amazing.5. Stay the Night - On the fence about this one. I do love the lyrics and the guitar. Something about is just slightly off to me.6. Bravo - Speaks to a lot of people I have come in contact with. I’m supposed to offer kudos for being trashy?!? I think not! This track I enjoy the lyrics more than I enjoy the melody of the song. The crash in the background is too distracting. The two do not combine well for me, but I get the overall notion of the song.7. Mood - Again, lyrically superb. It’s a great song to smoke and vibe to but not something one that would go on my slow and sexy playlist. I do enjoy the overall production of the song, especially the guitar.8. Next Time/Humble Pie - Melodic. The lead in from Mood to this is a superb transition. The transition from Next Time to Humble Pie is even better. What sounds like a cacophony is a stylized mash of harmonic chords that when mixed with Syd’s voice takes you on a 5 minute and 40 second journey.9. It Gets Better (With Time) - Not much to say on this one. I just am not feeling this one. Again, I like the message, but I am not a fan of the track.10. Look What You Started - YAAAAAAAAAAAAASSSSSS!!! This is my second favorite track on the album after Come Over. Funk, funk, funk!!! Did I say funk? This takes me to a blue light basement party. The beat is the captivator, the lyrics are the line at the door, and Syd is the reason why I am paying $20 to get in!!11. Wanna Be - Is growing on me. I think it will become another song that I truly enjoy over time. Overall the track is lyrically enjoyable and easy to listen to without a skip.12. Beat Goes On - Not feeling this one at all.13. Hold On - Sensual outro. Not the way I was expecting the CD to end given the way it started, but a nice way to finish (no pun intended) the CD. Overall I am pleased with my purchase and will continue to vibe to this album and its predecessors for an indefinite amount of time!!

Addicted to their latest release. The Internet is maturing into a great soul band

I LOVE this album! You can hear the growth in Syd’s voice and it is beautiful! I don’t skip any songs. A must buy for every Internet fan! If you’re looking for something new to vibe to give it a chance. You won’t be disappointed! This is the type of music that will stand the test of time.

LOVE The Internet. Syd’s voice is great and the music is outstanding.

Before buying this cd I thought of myself as an a fan of this group. I wasn't half way done with this cd and it dawned on me that the the content of the songs are almost identical. The band is amazing yet I found myself bored with this cd

LOVE this new album! Can get me moving, thinking, and relaxing...just what I needed in my library!

Very dope album. Has some smooth jazzy beats that will definitley keep your mouth watering.

I love the internet a whole lot but this vinyl is warped and it keeps skipping on my favorite songs(All of the songs are my favorite songs). And now i'm really sad because I can't vibe without it being skiped.

If you are into smooth Neo-Soul and vintage old skool vibes mixed into a potpourri of sound, you must hear this album. I cannot pick one particular great track, to me they are all great, and when do you ever get an album that's value for money where every track tells a story not just the two headline radio edit tracks? Lead vocalist Syd has such a sensuous voice, it carries you away to far off mindscapes. Give your ears a treat, buy this album and listen to others by The Internet, you will be hooked!!!

Love this band got all that music.😎🎧🎧🎧

Another wonderful album from a band that deserves more commercial success.

Awesome New Album!

Beautiful album.