First of all, what a dope concept (the album title). If anyone has the balls to do that, come back and let me know how it went! Anyway, this is an exciting time because this one features a producer I’ve been fucking with HEAVY since 2025 and an MC that’s newly discovered. The combining of old and new has me hyped, so with that in mind, let’s talk about this!
This is the brand-new collaboration project between producer Lo Katana & MC THEFOODLORD with eight new songs and the likes of
-K.I.D
-Grvndmvster Ave.
And man, I feel like I have no choice but to discuss FOODLORD first because, man, what a fucking introduction to his work. This man is an absolute enigma on the mic! Of course, I had no idea what to expect going on, and now that I have, he has already become a staple in what I want to hear going forward!
What makes this man so intriguing is his pure, organic, and unadulterated charisma. This man has that rare/precise combination of aura and skill.
Most MC’s have a strong sense of one or the other; it’s almost impossible to have both. You’re either seen as a strong lyricist or a memorable performer. When was the last time you remembered one as both? Well, now the new generation has a new one! In FOODLORD! I ain’t joking; this man’s presence is infectious and hypnotic as hell.
I was blown away how in one moment I’m hearing him sound colourful and flamboyant as hell with the various adlibs and emotions work on his sleeve. He’ll laugh one moment, scorn his haters on the next, then proceed to drop one of the most vivid and personal bars you’ve heard in your life. (All within ten seconds of each other.)
I was drawn into his style immediately. He was able to lock into every possible lane across this album, as fast as Muhammad Ali, he’ll jab you with his sharp lyricism, only to rock you with a theatrical performance the very next line! Then knock you out with a supreme storytelling verse that you’ll feel deep in your gut.
Man, what an energy this man brings to the table! Going from curiosity to obsession with his cadence and skill, I can’t stress enough he’s a one-of-a-kind talent that you shouldn’t sleep on!
As if his work wasn’t good enough on its own, we have Lo Katana (easily one of the standout producers in the game right now) coming through with what could arguably be his strongest score to date (and that’s saying a lot) considering his past discography.
If I had to describe the sounds on this one, I’d have to say a twisted, ambient, and distorted rendition of soul, jazz, and funk. Combined with elements of modern-day underground rap, and you have this soundtrack.
Picture Knxwledge meets Boom Bap, and you have a close example of what this album represents sonically.
But what makes Lo stand out is his ability and preference to make every song and project feel as grand and beautifully cinematic as possible! He isn’t satisfied with just making music; he’s here to create experiences! The kind of instrumentals that will last a lifetime, and that’s exactly what this sounds like to me!
It’s grabbing, mesmerising, breathtaking, and surreal in all the best ways possible!
From the utilisations of the vocal harmonies throughout the various tracks to the glorious horns, plucked strings, and key progressions that are as smooth as they are powerful! He’s inherited the art of ‘less is more’ to create the perfect batch of tracks that fully embrace the layers provided and elevate each instrument to its highest potential to create pure sonic magic.
I wasn’t expecting this collab to be this groundbreaking, but it really was! I’m still blown away. If you’re looking for life changing hip
Hop albums, then look no further because it’s impossible to be the same after this one!
https://open.spotify.com/album/2DqC6u1cmcqrwuExMs8oRK?si=XUdAXKslS1OFQmoSwOz_NA
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