Kokoroko, the London-based band, has released Tuff Times Never Last, a spirited and vibrant collection of songs serving as an optimistic reminder tightly hold and embrace the many dualities that occur in life. Over the course of the 11-song suite, the album explored togetherness, community, sensuality, childhood, loss and above all perseverance. Three years on from their debut album, Tuff Times Never Last sees the London band expand their wide-ranging palette and influences with careless abandon. While the afrobeat jazz of their previous work is still a core part of the record’s sonic design, the new album largely pulls from British R&B from the 80s, neo-soul, West African disco, Bossa love, lovers rock and funk.