Editorials

After a month, here’s how @FenkellPayroll and @CardoGotWings ‘s Big Bossin Vol. 2 holds up

Published

6 years ago

March 4, 2018

Weasel

The ever-looming call of summer grows closer. We will soon enter the time period of fewer clothes and more skin exposed. It’s a beautiful time of the year where frozen drinks are widely consumed, beach trips are spontaneous, and smooth, soulful music is blasted through car stereos. Payroll Giovanni and Cardo came together at the end of January for Big Bossin Vol. 2, the follow-up to their critically acclaimed Big Bossin Vol. 1, that is tailor-made for summer’s weather. Whereas the first one was a brief dip into the laid-back lifestyle of the OG, the second is a full-blown vacation. It takes the concepts explored in its predecessor and repackages them, reselling a similar product back to us, the consumers.

Now that the dust has settled and the project is more readily understood, is it still as good as it was when it came out?

In short, yes it is. A project is made up of the sum of its parts. The subject matter is admittedly the biggest aspect that goes into digesting music, but, here, the delivery shines in a way that helps it to transcend time. The message’s packaging is so authentic and precise that the quality of good music shines through clearly. Cardo’s soulful, sincere, and chilling productions bring out a new side of Payroll, one that magnifies the best of his abilities and shrinks the worst of them.

It helps that the weather gets warmer and that this album is meant for hotter temperatures so that its meaning can evaporate into thin air, inspiring new understanding when this happens. The juxtaposition of smooth tracks like “Stack It, Stash It,” and “Mail Long” showcase the project’s versatility and the willingness of both artists to explore more than just one sound. “Dopeman Dreams” and “Turn Ya Phone Off” make use of magnetic refrains that add to the prestige of the album and will help it to transcend time in a way that it’s already doing but at a much larger scale.

But, perhaps the cover art sells it best. The two purveyors of rap’s new go-to sound ride in a convertible car, the blue sky and sun shining brightly behind them. This is the warm weather that we’ve been asking for; it’s only right that we have the accompanying music to go with it. Thanks to the staying power of the album, it looks like it’ll continue to pair perfectly for years to come.

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5 days ago

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Kalisha Perera

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Luckwayy Has a Budding Hit With “Monyunn”

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3 weeks ago

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Kalisha Perera

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The visual is also super creative and paints the young artist in a cool, hip light where he blends the blissful energy of the south trap drums along that blends perfectly with his voice that gives off a tremendous surge of adrenaline with every watch. It’s definitely a must add to your daily mix.

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Rap Artist EBK Jaaybo Launched Highly-Anticipated Collaboration with Leading LA Streetwear Brand Assali

Published

4 months ago

December 23, 2023

Weasel

EBK Jaaybo, the dynamic rapper from Stockton, CA known for his unique sound and urban influence, launches a groundbreaking collaboration with Assali. This unique collaboration bridges the realms of music and fashion, as EBK Jaaybo teams up with Assali, known for its cutting-edge streetwear designs, to introduce a collection that epitomizes urban culture and fashion-forward creativity. “Partnering with Assali has been a dope journey,” says EBK Jaaybo. “This collaboration signifies more than just fashion; it’s about self-expression and culture. Together, we’re crafting something exceptional that speaks to the streets.”

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and spirit of LA street culture, merging Bravothebagchaser’s artistic vision with Assali’s
contemporary designs.”

The collaboration between EBK Jaaybo and Assali is poised to redefine streetwear,
offering a limited-edition collection that reflects the fusion of music, fashion, and urban
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