Hip Hop is exploding out of every nook and cranny at the moment, we came across this cracking little album from a collective based in Guernsey (off the shores of normandy in the english channels) who go by the name Asylum Seekas.
These guys have already supported a heavy weight bunch of acts including Jehst, Lewis parker and Yungun. Upon listening to “Recorded Delivery” it quickly becomes apparent as to why these opportunities arose for them. Consisting of a four strong Emcee pack Apex, Jimi Riddlz, Kp The Iceman and Big ish Who, led by producers from Iceman beats and Dj Minirol, gives for a wide spectrum to showcase talent.
Emcee’s as a group work together well and even cohere within vocal pitch and styles, while production mirrors original true to form hip hop. Throughout the album there is good evidence of lyrical intellect and production savvy, which can be heard in “Miss taken”. The Black Russian aka Klashnekoff even crops up for a feature. Considering these had been off the radar to us until recently, sets Asylum Seekas for a Diamond in the dirt Status …go check and support.
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