If you’re in search of new and raw music then Rax‘s new ep “Sugar & Smoke” is the one for you.
After pushing play on the first track “Smokey Freestyle,” I could instantly tell Rax had something special. Rhyming over a bass-heavy instrumental talking that real sh*t and owning the tracks. The 6-track project will leave you wanting more as Rax’s style gets you addicted.
“What better time than the start of a new decade to discover and grow with a new artist. Rax is that artist – grounded in the versatility of the 2010s, but with a unique combination of intricate hard-hitting lyricism and feel-good energy.
In an age of empty brags and over-exaggerated stories, Rax brings real-life experience and creativity to the party, while losing none of the vibrant energy necessary to move listeners.
Opening the EP with the raw ‘SxS Freestyle’, Rax introduces themes of Sugar & Smoke.. with emphasis on the smoke! Balancing aggression with controlled clarity is a feature throughout the project, blending genres seamlessly to create a new combination of UK Rap.
Delving further into the body of work, and a bass-heavy, melodic sonic texture continues to develop, complemented by skippy drum-work and unique song arrangements that incite wheel-ups… And Rax pockets every flow with the kind of finesse that will make you reconsider your top selected artists.
The ruff and the smooth; the double-edged nature of life; the sweet and the sour – Sugar & Smoke explores concepts like betrayal; violence; love; and deceit, expertly, creating songs that capture emotion but also demand movement. Without being strictly autobiographical, the project is an insight into the life of the artist and is highly relatable through humility and thoughtfulness which is much needed as we enter a new era of music.
6 tracks in length and fully produced and engineered by the Hybrid Freqs duo, ‘Sugar & Smoke’ also features the vocal talents of ASA3 & DBoSlams – all artists set to make a big impact in 2020.
A One To Watch for this year is an understatement, as Rax is set to release music every month of 2020 and establish himself as a force in UK Music.”
Stream Sugar & Smoke below or here.
