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Isaac Hill, who goes professionally as Ike-Burner is a rap and hip-hop enigma who weaves a tapestry of real-life tales, emotions, and experiences with his inimitable skill, panache, and energy. Through life’s tumultuous experiences, he has always maintained his love for music, and that’s why he’s back in the game, going hard this year with a string of releases that have made the industry notice his comeback.
His “Street Ologist” EP showcased this MC going above and beyond and astonishing the rap world with such polished musicianship, giving music lovers everywhere a taste of both the timeless and the futuristic!
Even before the music world has gotten over that project, he is back with another new raw collection featuring Nigeria-based afro-fusion star Olabayo, whom he met through a producer Ike-Burner was working with. An instant connection was sparked, and this EP is what was born. It includes five new tracks and the bonus track “Winner (Rmx)” which has earned widespread critical acclaim everywhere.
Both of them complement each other incredibly well, bouncing off one another; Olabayo brings that quintessence of Afrobeats flavor with his melodious voice and infectious singing, and Ike-Burner comes through with raw verses, rap ingenuity, and distinct vocal flair to give this EP an international feel.
“Highly Favoured” is grand in scope and execution. I love the choir-like harmonies; they perfectly fit the track’s essence and narrative. Ike-Burner unleashes some unorthodox, masterful flows with rhymes inspired by self-affirmation as he blends intricate wordplay and wise perspectives to not only entertain the listener but challenge and empower them with deeply meaningful lyrics.
Olabayo complements the track further with his uplifting delivery, elevating the track to greater heights and making it an unforgettable one.
This performance is meant to serve as a beacon of hope and a reminder that we are all blessed in our own ways and have it within us to conquer everything and go beyond our limits to achieve greatness!
“Tonight” features sampled beats and melodies from reggae icon Gregory Isaac’s “Night Nurse” as Ike-Burner proves he is a versatile and dynamic lyricist who can throw his weight around any type of beat, coming off as a first-class emcee with a hunger to assert his lyrical prowess, outstandingly taking an autobiographical and creatively referential approach to his performance.
Olabayo, on the other hand, adds to the catchiness of the track with his melodious and infectious delivery, adding to the anthemic weight of Peace of Mind” is a nostalgic, laid-back, and powerful masterpiece that gets you relaxed as you enjoy the vibes it exudes. Ike-Burner walks over the mellow production, exuding a mature and confident tone with his thought-provoking bars, supplemented by Olabayo’s soulful singing. The way both of them slide through the beat smoothly like butter is what gives this tune so much life and genuine resonance!
“Winner (Rmx)” is a proper Afrobeats anthem that makes you want to dance joyfully on your feet, inspired by its universal message of growth, self-discovery, and unyielding determination.
Olabayo’s emotive vocals create an atmosphere of quiet introspection and the infectious carefree energy exuded by the catchy and upbeat instrumentation set the stage for an anthem of self-assured determination.
Ike-Burner’s delivery conveys a sense of unshakeable confidence as he maintains a strong presence, exuding confidence and charisma with his dedicated performance.
In its entirety, “Life” is that standout project of the year that brings two phenomenally gifted artists from different and unique artistic imprints, each recognizing what the other is worth and the end result is something magical that deserves critical acclaim.
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