rap-rock is having a bit of a comeback right now. Distancing itself from the nu-metal scene of the early ‘00s, “glock-rock” (as it’s been dubbed) is seeing hip-hop stars revive the precarious crossover with thrilling results.
Australia’s latest viral sensation, The Kid LAROI, is one such artist. Crooning over heavy 808s and zippy hit-hats, the teen’s new mixtape ‘F*CK LOVE’ shows off his versatile artistry as he explores his adolescent views on love, loss, and heartbreak with a penchant to let things get a bit gnarly here and there.From the off, it makes no secret in trying to hide this influence.
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