Talk about an intense title. Anyway, this EP I would love to say is ‘unexpected’ but it’s really not. Because over the years I’ve seen these two men collaborate slowly but surely on a bunch of different drops and now we come to this natural conclusion (which as a fan of both men, has me very excited) so let’s dive into it!
This is (as stated above) the brand new EP project by MC’s AU and DJ Krooked as well as production by
-DJ Krooked
-PSEUDOSCORPION
-KING OSEAUN
And with only four tracks to discuss, this is a short and sweet prequel to the upcoming ‘WIZARDZ’ project dropping I assume very soon!
Now, the four tracks are as follows
-FROM THE FUTURE
-ALREADY KNOW
-TIE DYE
-DON’T GET SHIT CONFUSED
and across these tracks we have a variety of sounds that we can get into! Starting with the intro track, we have a song that’s a dark and manipulated interpretation of Jazz! You’ve got those mesmerising Jazz horns, accompanied by some haunting/lively piano keys and very subtle drum patterns that are barely there but make themselves known through an eerie minimal presence!
On track two, we have a more lively and groovy track compared to the first! This feels like a blend of 2000’s Trap, Crunk and Experimental influences! You’ve got these heavy electronic synth chords running through the track as well as some distorted/hypnotic drums and an overall club vibe instrumental!
On track three, it’s a more smooth rhythmic soundscape! What sounds like a blend of Soul and RnB mixed with modern-day hip hop! Starting with those intro chords, we have those infectious snaps accompanied by those funky chords! That pattern grows as the song continues into something you’d expect Pharrell to make!
It’s dance-worthy, soothing and groovy all in one! Probably my favourite track on the EP!
On the closing track, we have a more direct and deeper production than the other three. This one feels surreal and methodical all in one with its dark overtones and dramatic presentations! Which I feel is fitting for a closing overture to hammer in that raw and uncut direction!
As far as the MC work goes, I’d have to say they make a good duo! You have two completely different personalities and charismas taking turns going off but not too much to interfere with the other and their time in the sun!
It’s like ‘controller chaos’ at its finest. Two exceptional energies both equipped with lyrical wit, originality, creativity, and conviction, both presenting said traits in their own ways!
I do love how after each verse switch, you can hear that alternative aura come to life as the second man steps in. You can feel the tides turn and the atmosphere evolve depending on the other artists’ style and cadences! It’s like listening to the weather change! Two different powers, both equally impressive!
Between them, you’ve got free-lance flows to more controlled textures. Verbal stability vs uncontrolled verbal anarchy. The more traditional approach vs the new wave of bursting sonic waves!
This honesty feels like the classic meets the new school in terms of each man and their respective styles on this album, and combined with those interesting instrumentals, you have an EP you aren’t soon to forget!
So, why wait? Go check it out below! If nothing else, I promise you it will be memorable!
https://krooked.bandcamp.com/album/dont-get-the-shit-you-already-know-confused
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