As much as I discover new artists and albums on my own, there are still times when friends will point me in the direction of some dope drops that I wouldn’t have discovered otherwise, so on that note, let’s get into this one!
So, this is the brand-new release by female MC ‘Queen Herawin’, a brand-new artist for me, and across this new 10-track album, we have production credits from:
-Bear One
-Marlon King
-Neff Beatz
-Empee Lee
-King Rem
-J.Depina
-B Money
-Johnny Slash
-Supastition
And that’s 9 producers for a 10-track album (with Bear being the only repeat), so it’s essentially produced per track, and as someone who normally prefers the set-up between one rapper and one producer for the whole record, I find this a very interesting project!
Each name included provides their own stylistic elements and larger-than-life hip-hop that exceeds all expectations! If I had to describe one specific thing I love about it, it’s the sound; it’s that it’s both ‘stadium large’, meaning it’s the kind of beats you could expect to hear across the radio stations, clubs, and bars, but in the same breath, it’s surreal, thought-provoking, and at times even introspective, the way the beats grab onto your soul and don’t let go! The way it makes you feel like you’re standing in front of a one-way mirror that isn’t looking back at you!
Considering the fact that this album is a range of different artists working together to create such an atmosphere, it’s truly special indeed!
And when we discuss the topic of ‘special’, that’s when Herawin comes into play. She has a special brand of lyricism and passion that can’t be said about most. Her infectious enthusiasm, uncanny energy, and spirit is something special to hear on an album, and she utilises all of her unrivalled talent and personality to her advantage across this project!
Although not alone, she comes with the following:
-Breeze Brewin
-Pretty Bulli
-Illa Ghee
-Open Mike Eagle
-Ke Turner
-DJ Deception
-Poison Pen
-Aaqil Ali
-Rachel Walker
-Apathy
-Mickey Factz
All of which are just a who’s who of underground legends and powerhouses she’s decided to associate herself with, all in the efforts of elevating and creating a star-studded project across the culture.
Even next to these S Tier names, Queen holds her own marvellously well and makes you truly feel like she’s a true champion in her own right across the mic!
All in all, this is definitely a special record that I feel hits every aspect perfectly and should definitely be viewed and listened to by everyone in the game!
https://open.spotify.com/album/3sE4i5jmeB03vbu2tUMBBF?si=oocDfHLCR76bvTp1XTSsuw
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