I wasn’t sure what I expected when I chose to listen to Toro y Moi’s latest album, Outer Peace. The first track, “Fading”, really sets the tone for the whole album. And that tone is forgettable.

This song really doesn’t make itself stand out enough for me to distinguish from all the other dance/chillwave/techno stuff that’s being played in clubs today.

At one point while I was listening to it, I started thinking about chores I had to do the next day and how much time it would take me to check each one off my to-do list. I think this really showcases how much of an effect this song had on me.

Don’t get me wrong, it’s good music to dance to. The songs have catchy beats, and Toro Y Moi does some interesting stuff with his vocals and synth sounds. But the music doesn’t really leave a lasting impression for me to say that this song, and the album it’s from, is better than other dance songs being put out.

Toro y Moi’s “Fading” from Outer Peace is generic and offers no real distinguishing qualities that make it stand out.

Better luck next time.