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MH-217 Listener - Whispermoon  Whispermoon, the debut solo album from Listener, is a fourteen song collection of undeniably underground hip-hop. Combining rhymes that bounce between spiritual observation and old-school wordplay with backing tracks based on melodic samples and grit-drum counter rhythms, Listener displays an ear for dark uses of sound and the ability to rely on traditional flow to remain memorable and accessible. Guest MCs include Manchild of Mars Ill and Listener's Deepspace5 and Labklik crew members. Acclaimed Mars Ill producer Dust is the force behind the bulk of the music with additional production handled by Gruntwork, Fred Bruno, Ill, and Listener himself. Whispermoon is a notable debut and a sign of great things to come. |
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| If you’re looking for less bling and more brains in your hip-hop, well... - AP / Listener represents fundamental underground rap at its finest - Relix / It sinks deep and resonates in your body - Dusted / Very difficult to find flaws in this excellent piece of work - Insomniac |
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| What sounds like the cry of the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team, "The Moon Cries Out" introduces "FYI" a deliberate hip-hop tune that shows Listener's unique delivery and vocal style as featured on Whispermoon. Although the backing vocals resemble monk-like chanting, the tune is a nice opener. Not as polished or glossy as bigger rap stars, this record has a certain independent aura around it. - All Music Guide |
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