Peggy Gou: I Hear You Album Review
The debut album by Peggy Gou has been highly anticipated by her fans. Gou, a South Korean-born DJ and producer, has made a name for herself in the international music scene. She began her music career in Berlin, where she learned and honed her craft in underground club scenes. From there, she rose to fame, headlining in major festivals and collaborating with well-known artists.
Gou’s debut album, I Hear You, was released under XL Recordings. The album features Gou’s distinct sound which infuses 90s house anthems, Eurodance, piano house and R&B. The album features collaborations with legendary musician Lenny Kravitz on “I Believe in Love Again”. Gou also showcases her vocal talents on the album by reciting an edited version of “Your Planet Seen From Within” by artist Olafur Eliasson on her opening track “Your Art.” She also sings in Korean on “Lobster Telephone.”
I Hear You is a well-produced album that showcases Gou’s skills as a DJ and producer. The album is a mix of dreamlike and dance-floor-filling melodies that create emotional clubbing moments. Gou’s music is all about giving her listeners energy and this album perfectly encapsulates that. As a result, it comes as no surprise that the album topped the charts in multiple countries with the hit single “(It Goes Like) Nanana.”
Overall, I Hear You is an impressive album that has been worth the wait for Gou’s fans. The album’s production showcases Gou’s talent and skill in creating dance music that is both emotional and energizing. For those who are fans of Mr Fingers, Four Tet, DJ Koze or Jayda G, this album should definitely be on your radar. It is a solid debut album that proves Gou is here to stay and only getting started
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