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    4/5 stars

    A soulful blend of hip-hop and jazz, with cinematic audio-novel style interludes that paint a portrait of “Junie” a fictional character created by the artist. The project explores themes of strained family relations, addiction, mental health, and more.

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    4.5/5 stars

    redveil, also known as Marcus Morton, showcases his impressive talent as both a producer and artist in his entirely self-produced album learn 2 swim. This passionate and inspiring record features bright, soulful samples and an emotionally charged flow with captivating hooks. Drawing heavily from jazz, funk, and soul, redveil's instrumentation creates a sunny and positive vibe while delving into complex themes. Standout tracks like "pg baby" and "morphine" boast hooks that are simply irresistible. If you enjoy this album, be sure to explore his other two self-produced full-length albums, Niagara and Bittersweet Cry.

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    5/5 stars

    Kenny Mason's album 6 is just one of the many unique genre-bending projects in his rapidly growing discography. His distinctive sound blends grunge rock, hip-hop, and shoegaze in a way that illicits punk from the early 2000s. To put it simply, Kenny Mason's sound and flow are truly unique in the rap world. Despite receiving acclaim and recognition within the scene for Angelic Hoodrat (2019), I believe Kenny Mason remains a hidden gem in the broader rap landscape. If you're seeking a refreshing change of pace in your rap rotation, do yourself a favor and give Kenny Mason a listen.