Billy Davis makes records with the silky touch of a symphony conductor, orchestrating individual greatness into a cohesive whole. A Family Portrait is packed with organic R&B and hip-hop jams that show flashes of decades past while positioning for a bright future. “Goldfish” and “Golden” are two-step master classes. “No Longer Lovers” and “Postcards” show Billy Davis can finesse an R&B track with the best of them. Guest artists including Jace XL, Cazeaux O.S.L.O, Denzel Curry, and Hvncoq join Davis’ full time vocalists Blasko and Khia, along with MC Jordan Dennis, in lighting up the party and giving A Family Portrait its vibrant energy.