The Awesome Crew - Bad Boys
Hip Hop/Rap, R&B, Pop
South Carolina, United States
Overall Impression: The Awesome Crew's "Bad Boys" is captivating from the first second of the song, drawn in by a drop of a beat and a killer electric guitar. Then, the strong vocals hit and the dialect is the star of the show for the remainder of the song. While the music takes backseat to the vocals, the beat is still smooth and consistent until the end. It is enticing to hear each crew members background - who he is, where he's from, insight to his personality and his role in the crew. This song leaves a feeling of nostalgia to other great rap groups that have come before and leaves the listener excited to see what is the next great move that The Awesome Crew make.
Strongest Point(s): It is extremely clever to have each crew member personally introduce themselves in "Bad Boys" to express the group's authentic flare and unique rap style. This song has a classic rap feeling to it that is so rare and unique compared to the current rap scene.
Target Audience Appeal: Any Hip Hop/Rap Fan will throughly enjoy bopping along to "Bad Boys" and discovering The Awesome Crew, if they haven't already. No matter if the listener is into "old" or "new" rap, there truly is something for every one in The Awesome Crew's beat. Whether it's a relatable lyric, a funny line, the catchy and consistent rhythm, or the instrumentals, Bad Boys will leave a lasting impression that will continue to play in the listener's head long after the song is over.
Artist target suggestions: NWA, Beastie Boys, Kanye West, Snoop Dogg, Run-D.M.C, The Notorious B.I.G, Jay-Z
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About the Reviewer:
Maggie Quinn is an inspired music enthusiast and appreciator who does not discriminate against any genre or style. Seeking out new, upcoming artists/bands and marketing them to the masses by curating playlists, word of mouth, or through online platforms is her passion. She is on a daily quest to learn more about the never ending and ever evolving music world and develop her marketing skills in the music industry. Maggie has a history of scouting out upcoming artists at a start up record label and is striving to leave a positive impact on the upcoming artist community.