Dark Star
Demoralizer
By
Ill Sykes
Prod. Bogart
It was back in November of last year that I reviewed The
Chronicles of Nefaeria Volume 1 by Ill Sykes, and now he is back with a new
single Dark Star Demoralizer. This new single is the first collaboration
between the London based rapper and the Swiss based duo Bogart aka Marin and
Jayztylez.
Released at the end of August, the first thing that hits you
about Dark Star Demoralizer is that the opening almost teases you that
this one might be a laid-back affair until the pounding beat drops in and gives
those background vocal samples an entirely different edge, suddenly the whole
thing takes on this dark, almost sinister air. Ill Sykes delivers his rugged
poetic vocal style and wordplay in a way that mimics the vibe of Bogarts
production and you begin to feel there is this dark, almost demonic feel that
penetrates you, chilling you to the core. However, listen a little deeper and
what appears to be the cry of a damned soul, is more like the cry of a soul
that fears the eternal damnation and is looking for redemption. You almost feel
that this reflects someone wrestling with their own sanity, with the devil on
one shoulder and an angel on the other.
Dark Star Demoralizer is an exciting introduction
into what promises to be an exciting collaboration between Ill Sykes and
Bogart. The sound has this deep vibe that reflects the state of modern society
but also keeps its roots in Hip Hop of the late 90’s and early 2000’s. What is
also apparent here is that Ill Sykes rap style and Bogart’s production work
very well together, each seemingly aware of exactly what is needed to breath
life into the particular vibe they are looking for.
With this insight into what they are about to bring to the
Hip Hop community, I for one will be eager to see what they bring in the form
of a full album. With this mix of deep emotive beats and vocals that twist the
senses with relatable topics and more, it looks to be a highly anticipated
sound.
Dark Star Demoralizer is out now with artwork from
Sinisa Kandic and a video from Full Clip Media and is released through their
own Tu Phaze indie label. Go check it if you haven’t already.
See ya next time…
Steve
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