<Hip Hop> Tottenham local, Wretch 32, was previously a grime mc known for his mixtapes that reflect raw masculine energy. With Black and White he now breaks out with this chart topping, commercial, smooth and sultry Hip Hop style that reflects a sense of personal growth in both the lyrics and composition. He successfully bridges the gap between the rap-pop and edgier hardcore rap coming out of the UK, with guest appearances by Chipmunk & Angel, Alex Mills, Etta Bond, Delilah, Daley, Ed Sheeran, Josh Kurma and Example. With nothing to prove but the ability to create music that sets a new dimension and standard with both dance floor and afternoon drive worthy tracks like Traktor hitting that bass heavy Dancehall feel and Unorthodox where he lets those listening know that he is not following trends or crowds, but instead doing what he feels best and natural when making music. The Result? This is sexy Hip Hop at its finest, the kind of Hip Hop the ladies can love and for the guys who aren’t entirely into aggression being the main idea behind the meaning of true rap expression. More than anything Wretch proves how growth as an artist is possible and entirely necessary when setting benchmarks and keeping your fans growing too. Rap Purists who are used to his older stuff may take this one to heart a little too much though.
Review: Mary Honeychild
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