A crack of thunder is the “evening sound” that opens the title track of Aandklank and as soon as you hear Elandré Schwartz’s distinctive vocals there’s no doubt you’re listening to one of the finest storytellers in modern Afrikaans music. Aandklank is a tight, elegant collection of tracks that prove the boy who went viral with his cover of Bruce Springsteen’s “Tougher Than the Rest” has the confidence and big pop melodies to back up that voice. “Skud” and “Agterplaas” are enough to tempt anyone to the dance floor, while Elandré exposes his more vulnerable side with a heartfelt apology on “Jammer.” It’s “Jy” that sees him at his most sophisticated, showcasing his impressive vocal range as he builds the kind of track that’s crying out for a stadium airing. While giving a nod to nostalgia, Elandré is pushing the boundaries of Afrikaans music and having fun as he grows.