It’s mind blowing to me that even when this man releases a more ‘toned down’ record compared to his past few that it still sounds cinematic In comparison to everyone else out there. He’s truly a man of flare and vision and once again we are here with a new exciting record, so let’s talk about it!
So, this is the latest EP by powerhouse innovator Y.N.X.716 and this time around he’s collaborated with producer J.Depina and together they drop 5 new tracks
Now, I said in my intro that this is a more toned down version of a release for Y.N.X and if this is the first album you’ve heard of his then you’ll might think I’m crazy for thinking so (and by stating that, it’s in no way shape or form a negative) but you have to understand the gravity of cinema he made on his last few albums especially ‘The Poison Store’ which I considered Top 3 best produced albums of 2024 in the same category as Dr Dre produced record by Marsha Ambrosius ‘CASABLANCA’ that’s how talented he is.
Across this one with the legendary J. On the production we have a passive, larger than life, surreal sonic experience that contains more aura and atmosphere on 5 tracks then most albums have in a full length.
Like for example ‘The Real’ with that incredibly gorgeous Jazz loop. The kind of production you could listen to for hours and it will only get better overtime. Including those melodic notes in the background and you have the recipe for the perfect beat.
Or the track ‘See To Believe It’ with those light and smooth piano keys that set the tone for this beautifully orchestrated instrumental. Behind a simple, traditional hip hop beat and once again you’ve got a beat that is filled with personality and essence.
Every beat on this album has a soul and character of it‘s own and that’s thanks to the masterful skills of J.Depina to breath life into the songs themselves.
Now onto the man of the hour. Since discovering him last year he’s been on a constant watch list for me where I feel top priority to listen to and cover everything he does because of his pure passion and creative mindset. He doesn’t know how to make a ‘normal’ album. Every new release is fresh, original, unique and bold.
His level of lyricism and wordplay is second to none. Every bar spit has a meaning and a sense of purpose, nothing ever added for no reason. His flow is so smooth and fluent across these beats and he knows how to command the instrumentals to suit him best.
Even on a more dare I say ‘grounded’ EP he still sounds passionate and confident. His love for the game never stops and his desire for memorable lines and quality verses drives him to make nothing but the best.
Once again, I’m blown away by this record. It’s short but jam packed with love, care and technique that most could only wish to learn.
https://ynx716.bandcamp.com/album/firescale-2
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