Nathan Sartain
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Jay Park: Hip-Hop’s Underrated Mogul
Some artists, despite being uber-talented and possessing the skill set to shake the music industry, are simply “slept on.” It’s a clichéd phrase nowadays, but the truth is, in modern music, some musicians aren’t given enough credit for their craft, nor are their works treated with the attention and courtesy they deserve. Sure, the artist or band may be able to sell-out festivals on their own, but there’s still the lingering feeling that the mainstream media doesn’t quite give them the respect they deserve. However, despite this, they still manage to carve out their own legacy, and become trailblazers of their own movement, inspiring generations to come.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Bang Yongguk - ‘Bangyongguk’ Album Review
When it comes to career trajectories, there are few more complex than Bang Yongguk’s. Starting out as part of the underground rap group Soul Connection, Yongguk debuted under the name “Jepp Blackman,” and went on to be recognised amongst peers for his sublime lyricism and scintillating rap technique.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Epik High—‘Sleepless in __________‘ Album Review
Amongst all the hip-hop trios in the world, you’ll struggle to find one more consistent than Epik High. Forming back in 2001, the threesome—Tablo, Mithra Jin, DJ Tukutz—has dominated both national and international markets over the last decade or so. Their successful brand of thought-provoking music remains just as resonant in 2019, and their unique methodology seemingly develops to greater heights with each passing year.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Mokyo—Music For the Mind
Music is an art form, a captivating lens in which we can gain insight into the inner psyche of its artists, a gaze into the world we live in through differing perspectives, or simply just a form of recreational relaxation. It’s a complicated thing to master, but every once in a while a musician comes along that completely flips any and all preconceived constructs or definitions on their respective heads, and redefines what it’s like to be an artist.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
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Sik-K – 'FL1P' Album Review Top Story - February 2019
Right now, it’s hard to find a rapper more interesting than Sik-K. Evolving his style magnificently over the course of his career, the South-Korean has gone from strength to strength with each passing release, with there seemingly no limit to where his progress can take him.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Simple Creatures - The Best Risk of 2019
Music is a truly wonderful thing. Appealing to anyone and everyone, it’s an art form that has the ability to connect people from all walks of life. Inclusive and diverse, there’s something out there for everybody, and a plethora of ways to connect with what you enjoy.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
ONE OK ROCK — ‘Eye of the Storm’ Album Review
When you look at the state of rock music in 2019, you will see that it’s all about one thing: reinvention. Whether it’s heavy groups dabbling in softer sounds, once raw, gritty bands trialing with electronic, synth-driven instrumentals, or even a cookie-cutter gateway band trying to add some extra edge, the genre of rock is fast becoming even more fluid.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Bring Me the Horizon - 'amo' Album Review
The words Bring Me the Horizon and controversy aren’t particularly unfamiliar when used together. Whether it was being bottled on stage in their infancy, or performing on top of Coldplay’s table at the 2016 NME awards show, the Sheffield rockers seem to always find themselves in conversation.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Weezer - “Weezer (Teal Album)” Album Review
Every now and then, an album comes along by complete surprise. You stare at it intensely on your Spotify library, wondering why it’s there, what purpose it serves, and forming opinions on it before you’ve even hit play. “Is that what they’re doing now?” you ask yourself, questioning their entire catalogue of songs, wondering whether they now have truly hit the "scraping the barrel" section of their career.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat
Live Review - Crush ‘Crush 2019 Europe Tour’ - O2 Forum Kentish Town
For a performer to be considered great, they have to ensure that whenever they step foot on stage, they are more than just a studio musician. Some succeed at this, whilst others fail, with reasons for either varying depending on the circumstance. It’s never a fun thing to see an artist you enjoy fail to captivate you in person, but the exhilaration of someone you admire proving their worth in a live-setting is something hard to match.
By Nathan Sartain5 years ago in Beat