St. Louis producer Bonus Points scores high with Off Topic, an outstanding four-song EP for the Cold Busted label. With previous appearances on Chillhop Records, Sundae Sauuce, Horizon, and others, Bonus Points delivers a dazzling take on boom-bap beats and future funk. Bonus Points is a graphic designer by day and, in turn, his musical compositions reflect attention to color, form, and detail. These beats are visual.
The release’s title cut opens things with a spacey intro before delving into some serious sunshine lounge vibes. A cool breeze wafts through these melodies. “Zoned Out” follows with a distant, romantic guitar and a lonesome, pensive feeling that’s perfect for seaside pondering. Next up is the old-timey jazz bop of “Coffee Lounge,” recalling the St. Louis swing of yesteryear over some phat beats. Off Topic closes with “Back And Forth,” featuring more cool, jazzy guitar riffs and a wanderer’s groove. Solid and ready for action.
Rusty (AGFA) (Super Hi-Fi) – “Bonus Points is great, always love the depth and soul to the production. Top Notch as they say in the UK, or this shit is dope as we say in the USA.”
Andrew Emil (Glenview Records) – “This whole EP is quite amazing.”
DJ Moni (Friends We Love) – “This is super chill. Great tunes for that lazy beach day we’re all dreaming about.”
Eric Tchaikovsky (Night Light Sound System) – “What a diamond!”
Hober Mallow (Mighty Reel) – “Beautiful soundtrack for staying at home. I’ll support virtually at least, and hopefully soon in the real world.”
misterG (Green Arrow Radio Show) – “This kinda chillin’ feels so right.”
Anatoly Ice (Funk and Beyond Radio Show) – “Solid production. Old school tropical vibes.”
Jon Fugler (XLNT Radio Show) – “Sublime springtime vibes. Sitting in some dappled shade soaking up the vibe of this lovely selection.”
Aja Allsop (Ketch A Vibe Radio Show) – “All four are totally dope, but we think the jungle kitten tribute is a must!”
Floored Capri (Kane FM) – “This Off Topic shiznit is Class. Gwaan Cold Busted. Off topic, off the hook!”
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