With his latest album, “Planets,” producer and musician OBN Jay captures the spirit of modern society by fusing the rising worlds of Street Rap / Melodic Rap with timeless, ambient, and hypnotic music, as well as an edge of hip hop, for an ultimately enchanting audio experience.
OBN Jay, a rapper from Louisiana, delivers outspoken, determined lyrics about his life experiences and objectives. He rose to prominence in the late 2010s with tracks like “Big Ole” and “Chess Not Checkers,” as well as collaborations with rappers like Quando Rondo and JayDaYoungan. He then released the full-length albums “No Commercial Breaks (2020)” and “I’m Him (2021).”
As OBN Jay crafts a thoughtful web of lyrical introspection, dreamy production and innovative rhythms collide with the modern blend of Street / Melodic Rap and melody.
“Planets” is a modern anthem, genuinely engaging and approachable in style and vulnerability, with just enough individuality or character to the performance and changing flow to generate a sense of unmistakable craftsmanship readily.
Notably anchored in the darker, late-night aspect of contemporary Street / Melodic Rap, reflective elements are mixed with a delicate feeling of the journey. It makes this a naturally enticing piece in and of itself, but it’s also well-suited to support an artist or rapper as they explore various emotional worlds.
Listeners continue to enjoy the style. On the other hand, the voice stays – this tone and individuality, the emotion and diversity of melodic flow, operating as a calling card throughout. Consider “Planets'” rap tempo and uplift as a superb illustration of artistry on par with identity.
OBN Jay is undeniably a winning artist, bringing both production and rap to the stage – lyricism, sound design, and performance all in one.
For fans of the genres, it’s worth learning more about Street Rap / Melodic Rap in general and creative production.
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