Behind the ass-shaking rhythms and constant party vibes lies a love letter to Puerto Rico and a cry against the gentrification it's being put through. It's warm and cozy like a nice cup of café con ron. It's filled to the brim with the nostalgia and appreciation Benito feels for his homeland. It makes you feel happy despite everything that's going on around you. That's the power of this album - in the face of despair, it brings hope.
FAVORITES: NUEVAYoL, BAILE ... read more
"went for some chinese food and a fortune cookie told me i was goated *LOUD ASS GONG*" - Joey Valence in THE PARTY SONG
It's different. It's fun. It simultaneously has meticulous attention to detail while not giving a single fuck what you think about it.
Joey and Brae pull through with one of the most exciting, entertaining and eclectic albums of the year. Just pure earcandy for terminally online zoomers (it's me, I'm terminally online zoomers). It mixes ... read more
Back when I was expanding my music taste into hyperpop adjacent stuff, this project stuck out with its crispy clean production and perfect mix of vibey atmosphere and hard-knocking drums. Very fun listen. Shame that a certain someone ruined the project for all of us...
this song reignited my interest on darkie's music again. it feels like he's really growing as an artist and person, and it's wonderful to see. this reminds me of his highest moments from back in his peak, those more laid back and heartfelt tracks that stood out amidst the edgy, loud, distorted sounds he was mostly known for. i can see clearly, banana pie, COMPOSITION XI, those were always the highlights in his discography, and yet this new single is leagues above all of those. i ... read more
So I was confused about the cover for the longest time... turns out that's Afourteen. Can't say I'm surprised.
So I came into this whole beef like a month late, because I had no idea it was even going on, but after hearing "lmao" I already knew who the winner was before I got to the main course. And let's say, if lmao was a brutal takedown, this one is straight up murder.
I mean, Brokie over here starts off rapping over the fucking JOHN CENA THEME. And she KILLS ... read more
This has to be one of the most ruthless and entertaining diss tracks in recent memory.
I haven't been paying attention to the whole Lil Darkie adjacent scene for years, only started listening to Brokie a couple months ago (love her stuff, both under this name and her alternate alias shteppi), but I'm gonna quickly recap what I've gathered is the context behind this track. Do keep in mind this is mostly hearsay, so I may get some facts wrong - sorry in advance, but I really want ... read more
I see the vision. There's still quite some road ahead, but the pastures at the end are evergreen.
I want to see this man flourish into the Gen Z Justin Timberlake, he has a wonderful high register and a talent for writing melodies and harmonizing with himself... But at the same time I hope he keeps his raw appeal - those beautifully composed but still gritty Memphis beats with heavy r&b undertones that, together with his beautiful singing, just scratch an itch that's been left ... read more
Every fucking time. Somehow this man keeps finding ways to completely switch his style while staying true to the core values that make his music so exciting. Peggy is on another level, no question about it.
This shit is so fun idgaf. Basically just Beastie Boys for Gen Z and I'm all here for this shit. I'M THE BADDEST BITCH IN THIS CLUB!!!!!!!!!
This is... a lot. I don't know how to describe it or what to make of it. It's a very draining experience in a way I've never felt before. The mere thought of this album fills me with existential dread - and I want more.
Favorites: Girl with Basket of Fruit, Pumpkin Attack on Mommy and Daddy, The Wrong Thing, Scisssssssors.
Y'all are sleeping on this. Super creative, charming and funky, touching on many different styles and genres along the way. Lem gets wild with his voice, whether he's singing or cartoonishly rapping over his production, and it demands your attention even if you can't understand what he's saying.
Faves: PASSING THROUGH, MAJROUR, LIL RASCAL, OTHERWORDLY FOE, everything from YAMEJANA to DAHAB, SHU HATH
P.S. FREE PALESTINE FUCK ISRAEL