Chicago’s Carington Pierre, also known as Lanzo, has bestowed evidence of his cosmic hip hop beatology to the Cold Busted label in the form of a new album, Omnipotent. Previously recording for BLVNT Records and the Natural Selection label, Lanzo specializes in a style of experimental hip hop that draws from boom-bap, soulful downtempo, and atmospheres that lean toward the celestial. Lanzo and his trusty MPC 1000 have been actively producing since 2008 and Omnipotent confirms his upward trajectory, presenting fifteen tasty sonic morsels that groove in a confident but abstract fashion.
Highlights include “Comfort Zone” which envelopes a swinging rhythm in dreamy strings, distant voices, and rolling bass, and the odd but appealing “Gutter Balls”, featuring some deliciously drunken synths. There’s also the melancholy quiet storm of “Colours”, “Against The Wall” and its heavily processed beat magic, and the loping sci-fi jazz of “Between Friends”. Omnipotent is a heady listen, displaying textures and swirls that accentuate the sturdiness of its drum beats. Lanzo has provided a distinctive soundtrack that’s ready-made for day blazing or night groovin’.
Kid Loco (Flor) – “Great beats!”
Afrika Islam aka Charlie Funk (Zulu Nation) – “Dope!”
DJ Nova (Rodon FM 95) – “Mellow intergalactic instrumental hip hop at it’s best.”
misterG (Green Arrow Radio Show) – “Getting a boom-bap to my ear-holes with this new release from Lanzo.”
Azaxx (Tru Thoughts) – “All of these tracks are BIG! Amazing good vibes inside this project.”
Rory Hoy (Howlin’ Records) – “Amzaing Hip-Hop beats. Love it!”
Mr. Bristow (Subtek) – “Lovely selection. Warm, wonky and funky … real hop hop!”
Clairvo (Tilos Radio FM 90.3) – “Experimentalism at it’s best.”
Ben Mono (Undertones Gang) – “Nice one. Will play on my radioshow.”
Aja Allsop (Ketch A Vibe Radio Show) – “Well done Cold Busted. You have come up with the goods once again!”
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