"IV" saw BadBadNotGood fully integrating their signature instrumental prowess with a diverse roster of guest vocalists, marking a significant step in their evolution towards broader musical engagement. The album captures the band in a period of refined studio craft, balancing their jazz roots with contemporary R&B and hip-hop sensibilities.
- The album features guest appearances from artists such as Samuel T. Herring of Future Islands, Kaytranada, and Mick Jenkins.
- "IV" was recorded primarily at Red Bull Studios in New York City and at United Sound Studios in Toronto.
- The album reached number 19 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart in the US.
BadBadNotGood is a Toronto-based instrumental group known for their improvisational approach to jazz and hip-hop. At the time of "IV," they had moved beyond their earlier, more raw live performance sound, embracing studio experimentation and high-profile collaborations.
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