Man, this is quite an interesting piece of music. Sometimes before I even listen to a record, I can tell something is going to be ‘special’ based on artwork or tracklist names. Whatever the case may be, this one just felt different, and after listening to it, I’m glad to say I was right!
This is the brand-new August album by MC Thoughts With Thought. He brings with him the producers
-Talen Ted
-Magnum Beats
-ARES
-Numbz
-Jay Fehrman.
And you know one, this one feels like a beautifully executed throwback to beginning of the very late 90’s or mid 2000’s where we got a string of thought provoking/Smooth Jazz filled Hip Hop Scores that challenged the ‘Gangsta Rap’ powerhouse that was the main aspect of the genre at that time.
Think of your Common, Atmosphere, Illogic, early Kanye, Lupe Fiasco vibes. This album feels right up that alley, providing the audience with something refreshing and interesting at the same time.
For example, we have these fun little spoken word passages that start with that intro and carry through the record with whatever is on his mind, and I love them! It’s like a small break-up between the music that helps reset the mind before going into the rest of the music.
Then, on top of all that, we have some of the most atmospheric and harmonious rhythms you’ve heard in a minute!
A lot of delicate chords, funky synth chords, light drums, ambient inspirations, and overall a mesmerising listening experience that you just don’t hear anymore.
No gun adlibs, no street/drug talk or violence, just pure melodies and soul-infused music that connects with your heart, soul, and mind!
As far as the MC work goes. This man definitely reminds me of a combination of Common and Lupe Fiasco! He has that similar introspective social commentary that feels both passionate and enthusiastic!
A lot of that speaks to those skits he puts on. Where he’ll talk on everything from his project being only $8 or the events around the world and how we ain’t doing shit about it!
He’s a man who makes sure each word on his bars has a meaning and a reason to be there. Not just spitting for the sake of it but written for the purpose of expanding the mind and in many parts bringing awareness to the masses.
One thing I do find ironic is the track where he speaks on all the corruption and bullshit in the world, ‘Black Sheep’. It is produced by ARES. So to have the god of war produce a track talking about constant war is very ironic to me!
But besides that, he’s got rhythm, cadence, and passion for days. His wordplay and structure are impressive, his flow is fluent, and his pen game is ever so extensive and fourth coming!
This album is definitely worth the $8 asking price. It’s not an album you’re going to hear at any clubs but more a mind-tuning experience that will hopefully help you expand and grow as a person! Definitely worth checking out now!
https://thoughtprovokah.bandcamp.com/album/thoughts-with-thought
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