Almost Alive by Jav Rivera
After his first three albums (released under Tino Ghost) Jav Rivera established his unique blend of psychedelia and folk-rock. Like fusing José González with Pink Floyd, Jav combines heartfelt folk with experimental production. His 2013 album Almost Alive maintains the ethereal sound of which Jav has made his reputation, as well as further exploration of a song’s structure and emotional heart.
The album’s themes focus on the darker experiences Jav has struggled with including death, seclusion, depression, and a general reevaluation of life, goals, and dreams.
Tracklist
| 1. | Evol | 2:09 |
| 2. | Before | 3:55 |
| 3. | Nevermind My Mind | 3:29 |
| 4. | Thoughts I Fight | 3:53 |
| 5. | Unafraid | 3:23 |
| 6. | The Missing Pulse | 3:36 |
| 7. | Convenient Love | 4:13 |
| 8. | Love Tune | 2:57 |
| 9. | When I Wake | 3:19 |
| 10. | Noncitizen | 4:21 |
| 11. | Singular | 3:57 |
| 12. | Anymore | 4:50 |
Credits
Produced, written, and performed by Jav Rivera
Recorded and mixed by Jacob Singer at 2nd Floor Basement
Mastered by Jeff Root at The Root Cellar
License
All rights reserved.Tags
Jav Rivera has been writing music since the mid-90s and began his recording career when he was hired to compose music for films. He has been described as a modern blend of a 1970s singer/songwriter. Categorized as alternative, there are echoes of dream-pop, progressive rock, folk, and blues. Like fusing Junip with Pink Floyd, Jav combines heartfelt folk with experimental production.