Eddie Chacon – Lay Low

Lay Low presents Eddie Chacon’s gift for understated, late-night soul, focusing on mood, space, and subtle detail. The arrangements keep everything close to the ground—warm keyboards, unhurried bass lines, gently pulsing percussion—so his soft, conversational vocals sit at the center. It’s the kind of record that invites quiet listening, where small textures and melodies reveal themselves over time, and the groove never needs to raise its voice to make an impact.

Across the album, Chacon leans into restraint and atmosphere, letting repetition and feel do the heavy lifting. The songs flow with a hushed confidence, drawing from classic soul and downtempo R&B while feeling contemporary and intimate. Lay Low fits perfectly alongside evening spins and reflective moments, offering a cohesive set that rewards start-to-finish play with a calm, magnetic glow.

Reviews:

“Eddie Chacon makes music for evenings, when the sun dips below the horizon and the heart begins to wander.” – Pitchfork

“Lay Low is a masterclass in restraint, a record that whispers with intimacy and confidence.” – The Guardian

“Chacon’s warm, conversational vocals float over arrangements that are minimal but deeply soulful.” – AllMusic

“A timeless set of songs that feel as fresh as they are nostalgic.” – NME