Heartfelt intentions and stylistic versatility light up the genre-fusing romanticism and soul of Vince B’s stunning new album The Fall Before The Flood.
Openly a tribute to Donna B, Vince’s mother, this project encapsulates a sense of love, patience, Faith and resilience, inspired by the woman who raised him, and the storytelling and smooth musicality of the playlist was brought to life by a handful of equally talented creatives.
Featuring sublime highlights such as the mighty Tears of The Motherland, we’re introduced to a nostalgic Hip Hop and RnB vibe, with clean production allowing the natural nuance and depth of Vince B’s writing and delivery to float smoothly through the airwaves. The track is ambient but purposeful, elevated by its own delicacy and passion, and both distinct and familiar in its creative but comforting setting.
After this, Scars of Babylon takes things back to the sultry smoky backstreets, for a jazz-kissed soundscape and performative set of bars, offering short lines both characterful and quirky. The song evolves through a breathy and dreamlike chorus, and effectively calms the mood of the room with its softness and warmth.
Later on, Second Coming injects an unexpected twist of distorted rock into the album, an anthemic collaboration between Vince B and Blank Mind, offering a dynamic gem of a track that’s both hypnotic and euphoric as it gathers stylish momentum.
The Truth and The Light is another highlight, an earworm of a chorus backing up a varied flow and gripping story from Vince B, as we dive into a whole new concept loaded with revelations and motivational reflections on life.
Featuring the additional talents of JQ Musiq, Deltra Williams, Veda, and guitarist Lee (from Vince’s band Blank Mind), The Fall Before the Flood is a modern ode to biblical implications, and it seamlessly intertwines a variety of catchy hooks, with sublime vocals, lashings of personality, and stories that compel you to tune in more closely.
Vince B notes a boldly diverse flow, from hip hop’s history through to melodies and moments that softly take influence from a variety of creative corners. It’s an enjoyable and timeless project, with a beating heart that genuine seeks to inspire, embrace, and uplift its audience.
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