Benjamin Booker's album LOWER addresses the profound sense of hopelessness and historical oppression felt within the African American community. Drawing connections to past events like the CIA's involvement with Nina Simone, the album's themes resonate deeply with the struggles against systemic racism. Collaborating with producer Kenny Segal, Booker creates a unique blend of rap and rock elements, stripping away warmth to convey a chilling atmosphere. Tracks such as 'Black Opps' and lyrics reflecting oppression emphasize the notion that the fight for liberation remains daunting and fraught with difficulty.
"On 'Black Opps,' the opening track of his new album LOWER, Benjamin Booker pays sneering homage to the U.S. government's history of covertly undermining African American liberation."
"To make this record, he sought out producer Kenny Segal... they systematically drained Booker's work of color, light, and heat—in a good way."
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