That’s the key with much of the Tiny Goat catalogue – the careful meeting of the intimate and the universal sense of struggle and feeling. The lyrics rain down intensely, but there’s plenty to appreciate and respect in terms of the talent of the writing, meaning that each revisit to any given track offers some new insight or moment of impressive wordplay and structure.
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Colourful lo-fi production and softly melodic vocals present a sense of story and mood that’s heartfelt and distinct. Its Cloudy Out starts off his brand new album Dreams Were My Reality in a way that’s naturally easy to vibe to.
Featuring the additional talents of King Marino, Heze, Ondee, ZaYTres, and Amuta Stone, this album showcases the very best of BunGeeBob as writer and performer, but also welcomes a strong sense of entertaining dynamic from start to finish. A timeless hip-hop release, with some intriguing stylistic choices and stories woven throughout.
Rapper and artist Rok Major brings a modern flow and melody to a classic hip hop beat, with the mellow storytelling and changing stages of Business as usual.
Cody Wayne Connell, known to the scene as both paradox and Xodarap, recognises the duality of mankind through his yin and yang-themed alter-egos, and carves out a hard-hitting new lane in modern hip hop.
Creativity is a gift, integrity essential, talent non-negotiable. ATRYP is carving out a sensational catalogue of original hip hop tracks – an artist both intelligent and thoughtful at the helm, as well as confident and gripping as a leading performer. The music offers an experience that’s a little more rewarding with each revisit. Undoubtedly one to know about this year.
Inspired by the likes of Tupac and Eazy E as much so as Fabulous and Michael Jackson, LA ENVY’s fascination with the technical aspects of the artform, from lyrical ability, cadence, conscious bars and visual awareness, has naturally helped set him apart from the vast majority of modern artists.
Standing tall on the strength of a catchy RnB hook and fast, sharp bars from Prince D TNB – If U Mine is an X-rated old-school anthem that’s naturally uplifting, and introduces the sound of the quickly rising artist on a defiant high.
Genre-fusion with a heavy bass-and-beat combination, N4UGHTY BLUE is a seductive late-night track that’s strictly for mature audiences, and both the music and visuals refreshingly hold true to this focused mood and intention.
Deep bass and soulful RnB vocals pour through with a blissful degree of nostalgia – Sleazy Ed introduces a smooth take on good-vibes and real-life storytelling, with the likes of Nastolgia.
From the courthouse to the studio, creativity rings loud throughout the eclectic original repertoire of hard-working attorney, singer, songwriter, rapper, drummer and producer 17thekid.
Old-school vocals that are faultlessly rhythmic, the end of each phrase echoed for that nostalgic depth and a sense of unity to further the song’s driving force – Empire City is timeless by nature, and boldly original in its conscious framing of ideas and the development of the story.