A five-track collection of down-tempo, easy going hip hop songs that are met with a mellow ambiance and a fairly raw, notably independent aura that drives the whole thing in a relatable way.
Rebecca Cullen
Andrej’s approach to musicality is one of a natural connection to the art, it seems that he has taken on the essence of this song’s concept & considered every possible way to represent it.
There’s a definite hint of Leonard Cohen about Lorusso Jr.’s songwriting & the sound of his voice. The depth & the emotion, the delicacy & grit, all work smoothly together to give the story-line a certain weight & authority.
The track is subtle but certain in its fusion of genres & in driving with an authentic approach to expression & a clear love for & connection to music. There’s something about a track like this that makes it need no real introduction
Hype! is an album ready & waiting to fill the room around you with chaotic energy & classic rock & roll brightness. It’s a project fit for the build-up to anything big – consider this your weekend playlist.
Yugeezy’s use of the sample here supports his clear & unwavering desire to express the sheer inner turmoil & difficulties of the moment in a passionate & slightly vulnerable way.
Osiris’ every line of melody & every physical movement reflects that of the ocean’s waves. A great piece of music & perfect to accompany these summer, often sea-spent days.
The track pours through with the perfect fusion of elegantly vibrant & uplifting layers, creating a soundscape around you that utilises entrancing synth combinations, key changes, and lightness & weight interchangeably.
Cyrpto Kade’s approach to hip hop is one of relentless energy, enthusiasm & flow. However much independent hip hop you may have consumed throughout 2018, Reach is likely to stop you in your tracks.
There’s a lot at work structurally & this helps seal the deal in terms of Lune’s own identity as The Songwriter. The track has a simple, memorable hook that stands tall on its strength & vulnerability combined.
It would be foolish to assume any one thing about Barber’s sound based off of a few passing moments. His approach to music is refreshingly free, loving, and thoughtful – this breathes life into an already entrancing & enjoyable soundscape.
The duo exercise a sheer love for music – their passion runs through everything, making this far more about the writing & the expression & being lost in the moment than anything deeply rooted in genre or specific styles.