(BRUISER BRODY 2)

This album, for me personally, has been one of the most anticipated of the year. After discovering the first one earlier in the year, it became one of my most replayed records, period. So when I got wind of a sequel as a Hip Hop AND Wrestling fan, this was a no-brainer to me; I had to get it!

So, this is the latest and sequel album from MC Powerhouse Chubs! The man who started off the year as strong as one could with his album ‘40 Cal Capone’, and since then, fans have been patiently waiting for his next project drop, and for it to be a sequel to his critically acclaimed ‘Bruiser Brody LP’ is just icing on the cake!

He brings back the same producer from the first, ‘Fumes The Threat’, and across this 15-track project, they bring with them:

-GORTEX 

-DIABOLIC

-WATER

-BABY LEE

-BUB STYLES

-FAST LIFE

-JALEN FRAZIER

When I tell you this album is a heavy hitter, I mean it. If the first one didn’t already do the job, this project literally feels like the spirit reincarnation of Bruiser Brody. In the production, you can hear those personality traits converted into sonic form. The chaotic energy, the violent intentions, and unpredictable nature of the record all of it make you feel the presence of the legendary Bruiser.

For those who aren’t familiar with Bruiser Brody, go watch his Dark Side Of The Ring episode or watch matches/interviews of him on YouTube, and then return to this album and tell me Fumes doesn’t catch his aura exactly! 

Whether it’s those muddy, boom bap influences or those harrowing, swinging chords or chilling piano keys, thudding drums, or eerie synth notes, this album is filled with so many dark and twisted elements that turn the concepts of the first album into a more deranged and dangerous masterpiece. 

While the first one felt like a critical homage to the man and his legacy. This one feels more like an embodiment of the man and his soul (Troubles and All) and created a raw and emotionally filled Hip Hop experience utilising the man’s unfiltered authenticity and relentless passion for life!

If there was any doubt that Chubs had gone stale, this record helped clear all the doubts! Whether it be a concept album or otherwise, he’s one of those MC’s that brings his highest energy and power to a track regardless of the situation! 

He returns with his trademark shotgun flow that erupts all over the beats and leaves lyrical shell casings all over the ground. He unleashes his juggernaut voice that rattles the production, which combined with his smooth and poisonous wordplay and flow makes for verses so deadly it’s impossible to look away or turn off!

Even rapping alongside these MC titans, he more than holds his own and proves why he’s not only a worthy contemporary of the legends but is one of the slickest and sharpest minds and voices in the game!

Once again, Chubs and Fumes absolutely kill the record! It’s masterfully crafted and beautifully orchestrated to once again honour one of the greatest and most influential wrestlers of all time! 

https://open.spotify.com/album/2dRelmWrGyHQDxbDaRVpKI?si=8ngOCEVvTkmQtOC3uhROzw