"Lifeboats and Follies" is an instrumental album by American musician Tommy Guerrero. Released in 2011, it's the fifth studio album of this skater-turned-musician. This album is strongly characterized by a laid-back, smooth vibe which is a signature element in Guerrero's music who grew up skating the sun-drenched streets of San Francisco.
Musically, the album is a mix of funk, hip-hop, soul, and rock blending seamlessly to create a unique sound. It might feel like a musical journey through the streets of San Francisco, thanks to Guerrero's beautiful guitar and bass grooves set against a variety of rhythm structures. His skateboarding background never strays far, with each track offering a new direction or an illustrious twist, the album truly captures the essence of effortless movement and fluidity which one can also find in skateboarding.
Tommy Guerrero first came into the limelight as a reputed professional skateboarder, but he always had a strong passion for music. His early influences included punk rock and funk music, and these experiences have profoundly impacted his musical career. His signature style can be traced back to these influences, and his sound has been embraced by audiences and critics around the world. His music has been associated with post-rock, indie-rock, lo-fi indie, instrumental rock, and other music genres.
"Lifeboats and Follies" is a further enhancement of Tommy Guerrero's already rich musical journey, as he continues to create laid-back yet intricately layered tracks filled with beautiful melodies and immersive rhythms.
