It’s been three months since Son of the Beast and I realize that I haven’t done an official “look into the process” piece for it. Part of that is timing (the album released around the time of some personal upheaval, as discussed in my talk with True and Apollo a few weeks ago), part of […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: Eso.Xo.Supreme Gives Us the "Facts" On New Song
Anyone who’s ever been in a toxic relationship knows that it’s sometimes hard to acknowledge the toxicity and do something about it. On Eso.XO.Supreme’s new song, “Facts,” we’re given that same energy, but Eso realizes it and the grimness of the situation earlier than some and he’s about to do something about it. Sure, he […]
Read moreNew SOTBMusic: Alan Z Dismisses Clout Chasing Culture on "Fortress"
Alan Z returns to SOTBMusic with the anti-clout chaser anthem “Fortress.” Yes, the song is deeper than just being against clout chasers, but you’ve got to admit that that’s a great hook. It’s not afraid to be different, while still embracing what makes a hit song in 2019. In a world of instant gratification and a […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: HS Interviews Speed on the Beat
As with my interview with Drizzle Sez almost two years ago, I decided to turn the mic back on myself for a bit. Sure, I can write about these things. However, there’s a better way than just hearing me play judge, jury, and executioner on what’s said/what’s brought up. I asked True God and Shokus […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: NoFace, Rapper Reintroduces the World to NFR
We’ve got some new music from NoFace, Rapper and it’s pretty solid. A track that “celebrates [self],” “NFR” is bombastic and abrasive while still being reflective of what we’ve come to expect from the NOVA artist. There’s been a bit of controversy on IG surrounding the beat, since another artist app[apparently did a track over it. […]
Read moreSOTBMusic: Catching Up with Shokus Apollo
Continuing with the interview energy SpeedontheBeat.com has had since the calendar turned over to 2019, I decided to link back up with Shokus Apollo to talk about his music and his life. Apollo has always been one of those artists who’s very laid back, but still lyrically sound. He doesn’t stress about the perplexities of […]
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