U-Know’s first (!) full album is scheduled for early subsequent month, however previous to that he’s dropped pre-release Physique Language to supply a touch of what we is perhaps in for. With over twenty years within the trade, he’s tried his hand at nearly each style you’ll be able to think about, however Physique Language pairs him with stylish producer Dem Jointz for the primary time.
I received’t lie. My coronary heart sank a bit once I heard that acquainted “incooommmming!” producer tag at first of Physique Language. Dem Jointz’ work has been prolific this yr however I hardly ever take pleasure in his fashion of manufacturing and (particularly) association. Songs like Physique Language really feel a bit too repetitive to me, hinging on sampled loops that restrain the observe’s skill to develop. The instrumental right here is fascinating and stuffed to the brim, however usually takes priority over the tune itself. U-Know spends most his time riffing on the beat, restricted by the herky-jerky rhythm. His efficiency exists in service to the manufacturing when it needs to be the precise reverse.
Whereas I discover the rootsy pattern at Physique Language‘s core grating, the percussion has a pleasant sense of heft. Nevertheless, it’s not very melodic and that high quality infects your complete tune. Even when U-Know is singing, the refrains land with a thud. It’s a collection of vocal flexes with out the wanted context to make them work. Due to this, Physique Language turns into surprisingly inert. It has no memorable hook and seems like a waste of U-Know’s appreciable expertise and legacy. I hope the remainder of the album is way stronger.
| Hooks | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Longevity | 8 |
| Bias | 8 |
| RATING | 7.25 |
Grade: C
