GO:OD AM

GO:OD AM gives Mac Miller's reflections a lively, outward-facing setting. The album moves from the measured opening “Doors” into the sharper momentum of “Brand Name,” balancing an assured rap performance with thoughts about how he reached that point.

“Weekend” brings Miguel into one of the record's most melodic moments, while “Perfect Circle / God Speed” allows a longer and less comfortable examination of excess and its consequences. The different moods sit close together. Even at its most confident, the album leaves room for concern, self-questioning and the wish to move forward.