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This is the first twelve being used to preview material from Rodney P's forthcoming solo longplayer. This record is an excellent advert for the new material which sounds very reggae influenced - is it a step back towards that old London Posse 'Money Mad' styles? Neither of these two tracks are straight club oriented bangers - the sound is definitely progressive towards showing other angles and vibes. The a-side 'Riddim Killa' is a superb blend of reggae tinged tonic layered across a hiphop break - its a pure summer sound. The individual music elements of the beat seem very understated but the bassline hook and chorus blend are perfect and it all becomes properly infectious - a surefire head nodder. The title of this a-side explains the general topic of the verbals - yup - its another brag track! Rodney handles the solo vocals and flows effortlessly across the track with that badman attitude copyrighted since the early 90's. The flip is called 'A Love Song' and its just bare quality - an absolute CLASSIC cut. Dobie provides the complex beat which smoothly bounces between trumpets and piano tinkling - its a slick luscious beat thats certain to drag a smile from the tightest screwface. The whole uplifting vibe of this track is positivity exlemplified - Rodney P and Julie Dexter handle the vocals. Rodney rhymes with that deep voice matched up against Julie Dexters beautiful vocal hook. And trust me you'll be singing the chorus hook on the way to work - you've been warned - so follow me: "You've got to love your life, Its a blessing". Dapper. I havent heard a better bit of music all year. When you get a cut like this you know exactly why Rodney P's had probably the longest and most respected career in British hiphop. A surefire crowd favourite. Overall, this is a strong twelve which shows a diversity in sound and vibe which was a definite suprise. An exciting release which has definitely given me a timely reminder for why this summer is gonna be memorable - be sure to check for Rodney P's solo LP 'The Future' set to drop JUly 2002. Props should also be given for the cover art which is original and quality - something thats definitely missing from a lot of uk hiphop twelves these days. This is a release that top notch from core to cover.
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Rodney P Riddim Killa
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