2022 reissue on pink & blue splatter vinyl - Freedom is Free is Chicano Batman’s third album since 2010, and first for ATO Records. This latest full-length combines elements of throwback soul, Latin funk, and cumbia, though certain stylistic choices work better for the ensemble than others. The aforementioned title track is potent in message and approach, while relationship-questioner “Friendship (Is a Small Boat in a Storm)” is a Farfisa-screeching soul jam. Freedom is Free offers some interesting ideas, both musically and philosophically. It’s an epic, oroborous conundrum to wrap your mind around, if you’ve got some free time.
| A1 | Passed You By |
| A2 | Friendship (Is A Small Boat In A Storm) |
| A3 | Angel Child |
| A4 | Freedom Is Free |
| A5 | La Jura (Prelude) |
| A6 | La Jura |
| B1 | Flecha Al Sol |
| B2 | Jealousy |
| B3 | Right Off The Back |
| B4 | Run |
| B5 | The Taker Story |
| B6 | Area C |
