Calvin Durag

Genre: Afropop Label: Mavin / Jonzing World / Interscope Released: July 11, 2024 Format: LP “Who would have thought Rema would transition from his juvenile, colorful persona to the dark and mysterious one he now embodies? Many fans are struggling to accept this new direction, as his music now caters to a global audience rather than just Africa .” A few days ago, I conducted a poll on X to determine which album to review first. The options included Rema's HEIS , Childish Gambino's Bando Stone and The New World , and Denzel Curry's King Of The Mischievous South Vol. 2 . I invited people to vote for the album they believed deserved the first review. To my surprise, Rema triumphed over both Childish Gambino and Denzel Curry in the polls. I sought public participation to understand their preferences and to make the review process easier by starting with the most popular choice. HEIS won with 58% of the votes. In this review, I aim to analyze Rema's sophomore effort, allowi...

Genre: Hip-Hop/Dance Label: Fielders Released: July 19, 2024 Format: Mixtape “YOU'RE MAKING ME FEEL LIKE THIS balances moments of introspection and exhilaration perfectly. Each song serves its purpose, allowing Terreyl Fields to explore musical dimensions beyond his initial vision.” I've been unable to review music for a while due to writer's block, but recently I discovered an artist who reignited my passion for music criticism. The artist, Terreyl Fields from the United States, followed me on X. Since then, I've been following his growth and new releases, including his debut mixtape, YOU'RE MAKING ME FEEL LIKE THIS . Coming into this project, I had low expectations since I wasn't familiar with Terreyl Fields or his previous works. However, the level of artistry in this mixtape is undeniable. He skillfully blends Hip-hop and Dance genres with hard-hitting lyrics and introspective songwriting. Some of these tracks are among the most beautiful songs I've had ...