Artist Info:Discography Album length: 3 tracks Street Date: September 12, 2006
After a three year hiatus and a trip to Africa, rapper Verbs (formerly Knowdaverbs) is back with limited
release EP to get people ready for his next full-length release, The Groundwork Theory. The EP is currently only available through
Verbs’ MySpace (in digital and limited edition hard copy form).
The EP is short, but definitely worth it. The tracks pick up with the same rap/R&B sound that Verbs is known for from his last
release, Unlocked. The difference between the rapper's older albums and these new releases is the production. In the past,
the beats on his albums were quite raw and the lyrics were straightforward. Now, the beats are a lot cleaner and well done, while the
lyrics have not lost any of their frankness. The standout track “Newsflash” is a throwback to the sound the rapper touched on in
Unlocked, with a catchy chorus and clever lyrics. The beat for “I Yie!” is unconventional, but works with Verbs’ mission feel.
“Mutual” is a solid R&B flavored track, complete with piano and the rapper’s first try at singing, rounding out the EP nicely.
This rare EP is worth getting, and leaves any fan wanting more, eagerly anticipating Verbs’ next venture. Be on the look out for
The Groundwork Theory.
- Review date: 1/9/07, written by Justin Mabee
Record Label: 1280 Music
Album length: 3 tracks
Street Date: September 12, 2006
Record Label: 1280 Music
