New Jersey emcee 95Smokey and producer Tapwaterfish have shared a new project, titled KOI POND. The vibrantly psychedelic EP, with poised rhymes from 95Smokey and memorable, atmospheric production from Tapwaterfish, blends sounds from boom-bap, cloud rap, and more into an engaging, versatile outing.
95Smokey’s textural delivery and penchant for eclectic references stands out from the get-go, and his style is matched aptly with Tapwaterfish’s fluid, airy instrumentals. “THE GREATEST SHOW” is an expansive opener, with dynamic flows from 95Smokey that keep the listener on their toes, and a potent verse from underground standout Ghais Guevara. “AMANO” contrasts the opener with a spacey, laid-back sound and a relaxed delivery from Smokey. “MIBU VILLAGE”‘s nostalgic strings, psychedelic vocal samples, and clasping percussion- paired with Smokey’s vibrant lyricism that paints pictures in the mind of the listener, make it a highlight towards the end of the project.
Give 95Smokey and Tapwaterfish’s latest EP KOI POND a listen here now.
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