Oakland legend Casual (of Hieroglyphics) and produce r Albert Jenkins are on a tier with their latest single “Head Strong.” The track has a plucky video-game-esque feel with its 8-bit synth arrangements but it’s punctuated by a pounding drum groove that reinforces the title of the song. As a time-tested rapper who can rhyme off the top of his head, Casual is, by all means, an alien-level lyricist with a mix of street smarts and complex wordplay. There is quite a lot to unpack as Casual, casually (no pun intended) flows over Jenkins’ action-packed backdrop with a plethora of rhyme schemes and references that span different eras in pop culture.
“Head Strong” is lifted from Casual and Albert Jenkins’ collaborative project STARDUSTER . An EP that is inspired by Bay Area’s DIY indie ethos, an East Bay meets South Bay statement, underscored by elite lyricism over well-crafted beats.
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