brakence - 5g

Song: Saltkin Artist: Purity Ring Year: 2012 Why it's Dope: A mesmerizing opening synth that is nimble yet cavernous, confident percussion that balances out the tune's spaciousness, an elegant vocal performance that has a mystical quality to it, and striking lyrics that are surprisingly violent and somewhat esoteric.

Song: 25 Bucks Artist: Danny Brown feat. Purity Ring Year: 2013 Why it's Dope: A satisfying ambiance that has a nocturnal sparkle to it, a ghostly post-hook that penetrates your consciousness, a well-constructed composition that is engaging and multi-faceted, and top-notch rapping that is equipped with impeccable flows, gutsy lyrics, and an idiosyncratic vocal timbre.

Song: Time Machine Artist: BIG K.R.I.T (featuring Chamillionaire) Year: 2011 Why it's Dope: A fantastic hook that is anthemic, inventive, and sincere, succulent chorus instrumentation that feels intergalactic in the most dirty south way imaginable, a sinewy bass that is the definition of irresistible earcandy, and excellent rapping that is a mix of nostalgic lyrics and scintillating flows. P.S. This song is on the mixtape Return of 4Eva, one of my favorite mixtapes ever. 😊😊

Song: Anywhere But Here Artist: Killer Mike (feat. Emily Panic) Year: 2012 Why it's Dope: A meaty bassline that serves as the track's sonic and compositional anchor, an understated chorus that is gentle, wispy, yet totally penetrating, a gorgeous ambiance that is filled with subtle details and colorations, and no-nonsense rapping that is forthright, reflective, and socially conscious.

Song: The League Of Extraordinary Nobodies Artist: El-P Year: 2007 Why it's Dope: Innovative synths that are life-affirming and exciting, an excellent composition that vacillates between moments of experimental spaciousness and machine-like aggressiveness, scintillating production that is forward-thinking and gritty, and brilliant rapping that combines an intricate flow with candid and existential lyrics.

Song: November Artist: Tyler, the Creator Year: 2017 Why it's Dope: Wonderful production that is soulful and intimate, a slick hook that is memorable and meaningful, an adventurous composition that is filled to the brim with twists, turns, and powerful moments, and stellar rapping that is equipped with delectable flows, an abundance of presence, and honest lyrics that delve into anxiety and nostalgia.

Song: Overlordian Artist: Dark Time Sunshine featuring P.O.S. Year: 2012 Why it's Dope: An enchanting ambiance that feels glacial and vast, stunning chorus synths that audaciously burst through the tune's sonic landscape, vigorous percussion that aligns beautifully with the aforementioned synths, and noteworthy lyrics that are poetic and inspiringly confrontational.

Song: FAKE Artist: BROCKHAMPTON Year: 2017 Why it's Dope: Splendid production that exhibits a wide array of colorful textures, a tasty chorus that is effortlessly infectious, a sturdy lead synth that serves as the track's compositional anchor, and strong vocal performances that are quite varied, yet cohesive and consistent in their quality.

Song: Motion Lines Artist: Busdriver Year 2014 Why it's Dope: A gorgeous ambiance that is enveloping, organic, and vivid, slippery percussion that has an off-kilter bounce to it, a gut-wrenching hook that is devastatingly personal, and masterful rapping that is thought-provoking, fervent, and utterly electric.

Song: Zone 3 Artist: Denzel Curry (Prod. By Ronny J MarkMC9 & POSHstronaut) Year: 2013 Why it's Dope: An excellent intro that perfectly builds up your adrenaline and anticipation, unforgettable strings that seep into every corner of your consciousness, back-breaking percussion that booms with confidence and militancy, and top-tier rapping from Denzel Curry that is exciting, dazzling, and urgent.

Song: The End Artist: Shlohmo Year: 2019 Why it's Dope: An engaging intro that is sinister yet also life-affirming, gorgeous production that is organic, potent, and a little wonky, ass-kicking percussion that is undeniably striking and vigorous, and a stellar lead melody that is deliciously haunting and ghastly.

Song: Drop It / Scooter Artist: Yung Lean Year: 2017 Why it's Dope: An excellent ambiance that is shadowy and ethereal, precise instrumentation that brings forth images of underworld royalty, a strong composition that evolves gracefully and deftly, and a buttery smooth chorus that is effortlessly catchy and confident.

Song: JOCK WALK Artist: POPSTARBILLS ft. KEVINHILFIGER & JACKIE PLATINUM Year: 2021 Why it's Dope: A headbanging hook that is rowdy and massive, a shifty composition that easily moves between different EDM genres, potent production that is sugary yet surprisingly aggressive, and a show-stopping 2nd verse from Jackie Platinum that is dripping with replay value and verve.

Song: different colors Artist: funeral Year: 2021 Why it's Dope: A superb atmosphere that is utterly haunting, icy lead synths that pierce through the piece's sonic fabric, a solid bass drum that is bouncy and deceptively swift, and a kick-ass chorus that is passionate, scintillating, and catchy.

Song: precious Artist: aldn Year: 2021 Why it's Dope: A delectable lead synth that is organic and striking, an excellent bass drum that is rugged and rowdy, a combative snare that provides the track with another layer of danceability, and a punchy chorus that will slither into your consciousness and live there rent-free.

Song: Cathode Girls Artist: Com Truise Year: 2011 Why it's Dope: An exciting intro that grabs the listener's attention immediately, flashy synths that are agile and sharp, tasty percussion that is mostly firm with some looser elements mixed in, and an adventurous composition that's full of delicious twists and turns while somehow maintaining a rock-solid steadiness to it.