I dropped the ball a little here. Matthew actually released this album a little while ago, but I completely forgot to tell all of you about it, partly because I wanted to review it first. However, I’ve waited long enough,let’s get stuck into it.
For those who haven’t been with OTU for very long, you may not be aware that Matthew Santos (who newbies probably know from his work with Lupe) is one of our favourite artists, and frankly makes fantastic music. By now, you should trust our opinions so know we’re not messing you around here.
This album represents two years of solid dedication on Matthew’s part to put together a phenomenally eclectic piece, which really reflects Matthew’s ability and personality as a whole (get to know that for yourself here). Blending together acoustic, folk, rock and soul sounds, there is absolutely something for everyone to enjoy, even if you don’t dig certain tracks.
You can give the entire thing a listen for free in the player embedded here. If you like, and if you’ve got any distinction to your music taste you will, then click download to grab the whole thing and support an independent artist. If not, good on you for trying a new artist. Review coming soon!
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Something very different from what you’re used to from me. Dessa (full name: Dessa Darling) is a female spoken-word artist, MC and author forming part of the Doomtree collective hailing from Minneapolis. Her second album A Badly Broken Code dropped last month and I made sure I picked it up for some soulful, mellow action.
The Chaconne, as well as being one of the album’s singles, for me, is the standout track and features none other than one of OTU’s favourites, Matthew Santos. Their vocals integrate seamlessly to create what I can only descibe as something truly beautiful.
Dessa (feat Matthew Santos) – The Chaconne
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Yesterday was all about the bits and pieces surrounding the music, and there was only one new track for you to enjoy. Well, I’m making up for it here with a post packed with quality new tracks, from uptempo through to mellow.
Also, this is officially the 100th post on the site-thanks for your continued support folks. In honour of that, I’ve put music in from a ridiculous range of genres to represent all that we represent, so hit the click.
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Nowadays, it’s tough to find an artist who can cross boundaries of genres, and still remain equally talented in each field.
Not many people can claim to be able to have a mastery over folk/acoustic music, and yet deliver a chorus on a hip-hop track that has the entire world singing.
Overrating The Underrated has found one. We bring you an exclusive interview we conducted with the critically-acclaimed Matthew Santos. Click below!
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No downloads in this one, just a bit of info. Shining Down, the track we opened the site with, is being officially digitally released on Tuesday 7th July.
The artwork shown here is the official artwork for the single. I assume that this means Lupe’s next album, Lasers, isn’t too far away, and could be with us around September.
