Anytime this man drops, it can be considered an anticipated release. Whether as a wrestling fan or a hip-hop fan, this man has put himself on the map as one of the most consistent and compelling out there! Alongside one of the slickest producers, and you have a recipe for success! Let’s talk about it!
This is the brand-new album by MC Teek Hall and producer RTC Shogun, and together they drop a solid six tracks, and I’d be fronting if I said these aren’t one of the dopest collections of tracks I’ve heard in a minute!
Right off the bat, you can tell he was going for a more darker, brooding, and gritty experience (instead of his more common wrestling-themed songs).
On this one, we have a sonic texture of muddy, boom-bap that’s been elevated to a cinematic extent where every song feels like a mini soundtrack in its own right!
Certain songs, such as -Long Nose, as we are presented with an instrumental consisting of those eerie key progressions that’s accompanied by those methodically paced drums, plucked bass strings, and some more separate layered sharp piano keys that give off a shimmering effect!
Or the track -Devil’s Dance, which has a more deranged classical inspiration attached to it, you’ve got those sharp chords in the background. Those shacking maraca-sounding beats with some more bass and a uniquely added vocal harmony that definitely has a haunting vibe to it that I can’t put my finger on as it glides through the song in its own almost whisper style!
Hell, the track -Statue Of Limitations (which is the track to close off the album) has this ambient feel to it with the various layers of chord progressions and experimental keys that give off an unusually spacey aura to it that I found intriguing! This song feels like the definitive example of ‘Art Rap’, a beat that doesn’t really fit into any specific category and has its own avant-garde atmosphere!
A lot of key signatures and inspirations across this tape, all are profoundly impressive due to the skill of Shogun behind the beats!
When it comes to Teek, this man has always impressed with his performances. Of course, he grew on me due to his wrestling-themed albums, but the more time I spent listening to his music, the more appreciation I had for him and his lyricism and skills on the mic.
Across this album, he shines with his versatility. Being able to utilise these darker beats to his advantage and switch up his flow and rhythm accordingly!
I love how he on this tape goes more rhythmic with his choruses as well! Very hypnotic in the way he repeats his phrases and doubles down on the lines. It did definitely add an extra layer of immersion to the songs in question. On top of all that, his fluency was also a thing I noticed fondly! He came through with a barrage of dope verses, witty one-liners, fun puns, and complex wordplay that highlights all of his best work!
I also have to point out how he was talking in the first verse about cigarette inflation when here in Australia we have the highest tax on cigarettes anywhere in the world, so believe you me, I understand the struggle of that!
But anyway, this is a dope album I want you all to experience! How do you obtain it? Go to IG and DM Teek Hall directly for your copy! Only $10, which is less than a fast food meal for yourself and one a lot more memorable! So go contact him now and understand the hype!
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