Delusionists - "The Low"
It goes without saying that there's a lot of great music that goes undiscovered, especially on the internet. Take for example a song like "The Low" from the Delusionists' Prolusion Plus LP. Delusionists are a London-based hip hop trio, but outside of the accent, you'd think that this was some East Coast hip hop, specifically '90s-era New York. And while the idea of new music mining the past for a convincing, fresh sound seems like a step backwards -- something bound to falter in some way -- Delusionists prove to be a confident, forward-thinking group that's wise, conscious of both intellect and aesthetics. It's been said that the word "RAP" stands for "rhythm and poetry," something that stimulates both mind and body to move.
"The Low" is a prime example of this concept. It's an honest portrayal of a hometown, sparing no details as it pairs the good, the bad, and ugly together. Ben Black is on point, sharp and full of wit over a beat that sounds like it was born on a humid summer evening in the city. It'll move you in more ways than one.
Listen to the entire Prolusion Plus LP below. If you head on over to the group's Facebook page and hit the "Like" button, you can get the album for free.
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