Portugal. The Man stays true to its roots

Portugal. The Man simply astounds me with the consistent volume of material they produce.

Constantly touring on top of creating quality music production is no easy feat. But Portugal stays true to their habit of success in its release, “In the Mountain In the Cloud.”

Experimentation isn’t the group’s goal on this album. The sound echoes much of what was recorded on their previous two albums with catchy cool vocals and electrified noise, synchronized in the guitar and keyboard.

“All Your Light (Times Like These)” is one of the more unique tracks, comprised of deep vocal sections on the chorus and a chugging percussive beat, which is finally broken by a jarring psychedelic instrumental.

Another noteworthy track, “Sleep Forever,” is defined by subtle guitar strumming and relaxed signing. This album is vintage Portugal. The Man: chill electric tones with a hippie flair.

This album begs for a listen while cruising the hilly Bloomington landscape en route to Lake Monroe.