The Awesome Crew - Shut Up
Hip Hop/Rap, R&B, Pop
South Carolina, United States
Overall Impression: The Awesome Crew has released their new Hip Hop track Shut Up - Radio Edit. Coming in hard with a heavy beat, Shut Up - Radio Edit features an old school Hip Hop sound that instantly throws listeners back. Scratches and heavy bass accent the hook as the quick groove hits the off beats. A rap battle, Shut Up - Radio Edit pins Smooth D, Daddy D, and Classy D against each other. All three rappers bring a swing and attitude to their verse. Smooth D hypes up his crew and tells off all of the haters. Daddy D rips through his verse like an animal with quick rhymes and a hellish demeanor. Classy D brings a wisdom and mature confidence to his lyrics and rhythm. All three deliver something new to the track and keep it flowing. Overall, Shut Up - Radio Edit by The Awesome Crew throws back to the old days of Hip Hop that never seem to go out of style.
Strongest Point(s): The old school beat and style of rapping is everything with this track. It has the soul and feel of original Hip Hop. Nicely done!
Target Audience Appeal: Fans of Old School Hip Hop & Rap will dig Shut Up - Radio Edit by The Awesome Crew.
Artist target suggestions: Run D.M.C., LL Cool J, The Sugarhill Gang, Nas, N.W.A., Public Enemy, Afrika Bambaataa, Grand Master Flash & The Furious Five, Eminem, Method Man
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About the Reviewer:
Zachary Larson is a professional touring guitarist and multi-instrumentalist. Getting his start in high school rock bands, he has since toured as a classical chamber musician, onboard luxury cruises, and with the Broadway musicals Finding Neverland and Escape To Margaritaville. His recorded work spans from classical works and pop tunes, to mind-bending experimental music. His arrangements of orchestral music are published through Clear Note Publications. Classically trained, he holds a Master of Music degree from the University of Denver.