Sunrise Bang Ur Head Against Tha Wall
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Nia Archives, Jakwob, Ed Thomas, Andre Hideki Hosoi, Andre Luiz Venegas Branco, +12 more... / Writer
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100
The jungle-pop star shows precisely what she's made of in this condensed statement.
3y
80
Sunrise Bang Ur Head Against tha Wall, her first major-label release, is a more accessible refinement of her already fully formed aesthetic.
3y
80
For her third EP, Nia Archives slows things down and delivers some earnest, reflective tracks that show off her versatility.
3y
80
Sunrise Bang Your Head Against The Wall offers yet more encouraging signs of the artist’s abilities to reach the summit of UK pop.
3y
80
Brazil, jazz and lo-fi introspection jostle nicely as the acclaimed Yorkshire-born junglist continues to shake things up.
3y
80
The sun has risen, the day is new, and Nia Archives is ready to continue in her voyage as the newly crowned queen of jungle.
3y
80
Pounding beats are present and correct, but it still feels deply personal.
2y
74
On her second solo EP in two years, the rising UK producer leans into her fusion of jungle breaks and irresistible melodies. Her emotional acuity reveals the makings of a uniquely talented pop writer.
3y
(Analbumaday Day 291)
Not much to say here, it was quite fun, just didn’t strike me much. The opener was awesome, and there certainly wasn’t a bad track here, I like the energy and confidence presented.
Some decent drum and bass with some rap mixed in that makes for a pretty enjoyable experience.
Very unique, and it's done pretty well. But it's a bit short and not really my thing.
D'n'B and Breakbeats deconstructed
This little EP was such an unexpected and interesting listen. It basically uses classic D'n'B beats and grooves but mixes them with African influences and soundscapes to create something that is unlike anything I have ever heard before. It is a bit too short and all-over-the-place to be truly memorable, but I am really intrigued by the thought what sounds Nia Archive will explore next. If she expands on this sound, the result might be ... read more
Nia Archives Discog #3: Sunrise Bang Ur Head Against Tha Wall (EP)
Now this is really good. Every song here is great. Most consistent and enjoyable of Nia's projects so far, I love the not before seen more emotional singing on "So Tell Me..." and the juxtaposition of "No Need 2 Be Sorry, Call Me?" and "Conveniency" is so good. Starting the project off with the single "Baianá" is a bit weird as it has a completely different energy to the rest ... read more
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Track List
| 1 | Baianá 2:33 | 83 |
| 2 | That's Tha Way Life Goes 2:23 | 79 |
| 3 | No Need 2 Be Sorry, Call Me? 3:27 feat. Maverick Sabre | 73 |
| 4 | So Tell Me… 3:47 | 81 |
| 5 | Conveniency 2:22 | 76 |
| 6 | Sunrise Bang Ur Head Against Tha Wall 2:30 | 79 |
Total Length: 17 minutes
