Listening to the mishmash of styles covered on Rafter’s second full length record, Sex, Death, Cassette, it comes as no surprise that he pays the bills creating music for commercials. From the saxophone dance rock of opening track “Zzzpenchant” to the clunky banjo ride of “Candy Sprinkles,” the disc covers an array of styles in its 35 minutes more vast than your typical fan’s music collection. This ADD jaunt through funk, rock, lo-fi, country and dance might seem completely disjointed were it not for Rafter’s natural understanding of what makes a song “pop.” He makes the ride through the various styles feel like the perfect mix tape. Just like that favourite mix, there will always be standout gems, but it’s the ride through it all that leaves the listener most satisfied.
