Joining the ranks in our exclusive Top 5 series is the prolific Songer, straight from the creative hub of Reading. There’s no braking on the creativity expressway for this artist, especially with the drop of his electrifying mixtape, “THE PRICE OF THERAPY.”
Widely regarded by fans and critics alike as his most accomplished release so far, his 8-track collection triumphantly catapults his music to new heights. Riding on the coattails of his previous chart-busting numbers, such as “Toxic (Freestyle),” which soared to the 29th spot on the UK charts and outshone hits from fellow UK rap luminaries Central Cee, Skepta, Unknown T, and AJ Tracey, Songer’s innovative flair continues to fortify his status among the industry’s elite.
Encapsulating Songer’s earnest self-reflection and his belief in the restorative essence of melody, “THE PRICE OF THERAPY” resonates with stirring lyrics set to compelling rhythms. The mixtape confronts the intricacies of mental wellbeing and the redemptive role music plays. This narrative is a common strand in Songer’s musical journey, notably in his acclaimed 2023 “SKALA” album, which secured a position in the Top 30 UK albums chart, proudly standing as the #1 UK Hip-Hop album with over +19 million streams, as well as in his 2021 mixtape, “The Sunrise Project,” which Songer cherishes as his most treasured creation. As Songer puts it, “writing music is a coping mechanism,” and this sentiment shines through in every verse of the song.
1. Retrograde – James Blake
“Not only does this remind me of my childhood, but sonically it’s on a different level and one aspire my music to be at.”
2. Back to me – YE & TY Dolla
“Hearing this song midday way through making the tape and seeing the evolution of Kayne as an artist. Inspired me to make music I haven’t made before, playing with new drums and ways to use my vocals.”
3. Quite Befitting – Potter Paper
“In my opinion, Potter Paper is the best rapper in the UK and the way he uses lyrics to express emotions always inspires me.”
4. Fin Foxel – Red & Blue
“This song inspires me because being able to convey that much emotion over an upbeat record is always something that I enjoy listening to and I replicate in my music as well.”
5. Fred again & Baby Keem – Leavemealone
“The direction that fred again is taking dance music while remaining authentic to his artistry is by far the most real interpretation of electronic/drum&bass.”
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“THE PRICE OF THERAPY” is out now: https://songer.lnk.to/PriceOfTherapy
