Catchy old-school Americana vibes and anthemic rap vocals intertwine, for a fresh take on the Old Town Road fusion of genres – Malak Shalom captures a sense of original storytelling with a brilliant earworm of a hook. The Hip-Hop Wrangler employs a strong groove, organic guitar and trap rhythms, with canned vocals and a rhythmic chorus, all drawing focus to the creative flair and freedom of the artist’s approach to modern music.
Emerging from an extensive Spotify reperotire, noting thousands of monthly listeners for his artistic energy and unrivalled meeting of influences, The Hip-Hop Wrangler is an addictive summer anthem from Malak Shalom – everything from the country guitar riffs to the flow and lyrics of the hook helps secure the track’s presence in memory.
All the while, retro production tips its hat to the old-school style of much of Malak’s collection – maintaining that essential sense of identity, for a voice unmistakable in both lyric and tone.
It’s an impressively well-rooted style, purposeful and audience-aware, making this both a creatively fresh yet musically satisfying listen, which naturally transcends the barriers of traditional genre.
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