Elucid / Sebb Bash: I Guess U Had to Be There

"ELUCID actively pursues the avant-garde, rapping with urgency and blending genres, while his recent longform collages defy traditional song structures with murky arrangements."

"Sebb Bash, a former DJ with roots in the Rawkus Records era, has shifted from a boom-bap style to more experimental production, creating unique soundscapes."

"On 'I Guess U Had to Be There,' Elucid and Bash maintain a controlled approach, yet still incorporate odd effects and jagged loops, creating rickety rhythms."

"The single 'Coonspeak' features creaky string strums and a boxing coach's voice, showcasing Bash's ability to thread noise consistently throughout the production."

ELUCID embraces avant-garde styles in his music, often blending various genres and unconventional structures. His recent work includes longform collages that defy traditional song formats. Producer Sebb Bash, with roots in classic hip-hop, has evolved his sound beyond boom-bap. Their collaboration on 'I Guess U Had to Be There' features a more controlled approach while still incorporating experimental elements. Bash's production includes odd effects and warped samples, creating unique rhythms and textures, exemplified in the single 'Coonspeak.'

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