STYLE 43 Reviews Jordan Michés "Phantom Of The Operation"
February 2, 2007
I'm a sucker for Minnesotan/Minneapolis Hip-Hop. Filled with incredibly talented rappers, writers, DJ's.. Artists such as Atmosphere, P.O.S, Dessa, Sims.. there seems to be no end to the music spilling out of the Twin Cities. Jordan Miche is no exception. I usually pass up on random myspace friend-requests, but this was the most worthwhile page I've visited for a long time.
At first listen I sat in a bar with my headphones on. I didn't leave my table until this debut album was over, then I found myself playing it all over again as I walked home. His rhymes flow effortlessly. Ecid's beats make this album. Alone they are incredible, but topped with Miche's lyrics this album has become something I want everyone to hear. 'RED' is the first outstanding song on this album. This album has hidden extras, a little beat-box tucked in between verses. These are the kind of tracks that leave you smiling, impressed by these clever lyrics, listening intently to every word.
There isn't a weak track on this album. From the opening 'Snake Charmers' this album picks up, rolls along, gets louder, gets calmer, then picks up again. 'TigerSharks' is my personal favourite. Every album needs a song as intense as this. Its perfect, one of those songs with an ability to pull your lungs in a little bit. You know what I mean, thats all there is to it. The next track, 'Control' absolutely smashes it, basically.
The album seems to chill down after this, the lyrics slowing & the beat going at a similar pace. On the last few tracks, especially 'Fear And Loathing on Mars', the comfortable lyrics flow generously along to beautiful sounds. Making me certain this album will be played to anyone I know with the same appreciation I have of Underground Hip-Hop.
Review by:Jen Saul.
Jordan Miche's album, Phantom of the Operation is out now on Fill In The Breaks. You can also check him out at:www.myspace.com/jordanmiche .
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