Reciprocate is quite stunning, simple in arrangement and refreshingly humble in its quiet verse delivery from both rappers, but it also weaves in a subtle yet striking hook; which resolves each outpouring perfectly well.
Hip Hop
The second full-length project from Smokers Corner, DRXGS IN SPXCE highlights the evolution of both their talent and commitment to the cause.
Creatively fresh production ignites a fearless degree of passion and confidence in the renowned Streets Soprano, as the first single of 2023 hits the scene with intensity and style.
During the latter half we get to appreciate the reverb-soaked, atmospheric presentation of a dreamy guitar loop, and a touch of Caban’s own affinity with afrobeats, modern rap and world music flavours.
Introducing a musically exuberant album, from a rapper and songwriter with a uniquely recognisable voice in both story and sound.
UK hip hop at its most chill and intense united – Prime Sinister delivers a nostalgic anthem, overflowing with snappy wordplay and sharp rhymes.
Strong vocal rhythm holds tight to attention as Chris Skylark and Kayy Ellis go hard with their bars, for Pimpin.
Following the release of his breakthrough EP Prototype from 2022, Atlanta artist Trabajarie continues to reach an expanding audience, not least of all with the project’s opening track Moon Bootz.
Riding high on the strength of an immediately stylish, oriental-style riff, alongside a mellow yet crisp rhythm and rap clarity, Chef Porter crafts a classic anthem of character and appeal.
Piano-led soulful vibes meet with mellow spoken-word bars, as rapper and artist $leepy.blvd gets melodic and thoughtful, with FEEL A WAY.
Versatility and identity united are strengths throughout the musically interesting and story-loaded album – an aptly-titled project that feels like a devoted ode to personal truth and soulful conviction.
Intensely heavy bass and experimental trap tones back up the distantly soulful contemporary vocals of DENIS-ROW, as his thirteen-track hip hop album ABOV33RROR hits the scene.