North-West Londoner Coults returns to the scene with the release of his impressive new mixtape, 'EGO,' the second project of 2023 from this ambitious artist.
'EGO' unfolds as an 8-track collection, following his February release, 'COULTURE,' representing a more focused and thorough version of Coults' dynamic English-Japanese rap artistry.
Being hailed Coults as "an instrumental voice in the UK trap-rap genre," 'EGO' is a testament to his prowess in this space. Arriving with the momentum of two viral hits: August's gritty "IP3," featuring a CGI-assisted video, and the recently released "In the Middle."
The mixtape's title track, "EGO," sets an imposing scene with arpeggiated synths, crushed bass kicks, and Coults' vocoded vocals. "Slide," a collaboration with London drill star Blanco, stands out as a highlight on 'EGO' as Coults and Blanco go head-to-head across a tenacious beat, bound to keep everyone hitting the repeat button. He's a risk-taking artist cutting through London's underground scene, mixing filtered vocals with hard-hitting rap bars, transforming his voice into a unique entity. Coults explains,
"I want to use my voice as an instrument; in the same way that you have an orchestra, every single part plays a major role in the ensemble. That's how I layer my vocals."
With 'EGO,' Coults continues to impress with his eclectic and innovative brand of UK rap. He is a key artist on the verge of boiling over, and this mixtape is a testament to his retro-futuristic sound, brimming with authority and menace. As one of the most prevalent new names emerging in the underground, Coults is blazing to new heights, and 'EGO' is a bold step in his promising career.
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