Renowned veteran emcee Homeboy Sandman is teaming up with producer Jack Splash to deliver a full-length set of lively hip-hop. At least that’s the vibe you get from the lead single.
Resonance Frequency, due at the end of July, is introduced this week by “Twentyfourseven,” a cut that has me eager to hear the rest of the project. Splash shaped the beat by reworking Steve Miller Band’s frequently sampled “Fly Like An Eagle” among other elements, weaving it into a rapid-fire funk groove that provides an excellent springboard for Sandman’s bars. Even as the booming bass and blaring horns threaten to steal the spotlight, he commands the mic with his customary understated grit.
A word from Sandman:
This is what Jack does. This is what I do. It’s not a hobby, it’s not a job. It’s a lifestyle. Perpetual creation. It’s not something that’s only happening when somebody’s looking. Resonance Frequency; Jack and I are putting out a signal. Once it reaches you every atom in your body is gonna vibrate differently.
He’s not kidding. “Twentyfourseven” exudes a contagious energy. Watch Art Morera’s video for the track below.
Resonance Frequency is released on 7/31 through Soulspazm. Pre-order it here.
