An introspective hip-hop sound enthralls throughout Down the Rabbit Hole, an album from Sheff’s Kitchen with heady lyrical insights on consciousness, reality-shaping forces, hidden truths, and beyond. The Bowie, Maryland-based project comprises Knell Rashad and Kenju, who handle the roles of MC and producer, respectively. Rashad’s poetic lyrical prowess and captivating vocal flow melds with Kenju’s infectiously atmospheric production for an immersive hip-hop success throughout.
A multitude of standout tracks are within. The album’s title track is among them, commencing the release with heady insights on trying to alter ignorance by “dreaming every day,” and seeking solutions to life’s rampant problems. “Don’t let your thoughts get away,” Rashad opens amidst an intoxicating production, pairing trickling keys and bass-y reverberations as the words implore others to open up their hearts and minds; there’s a theme throughout suggesting the notion of expanded consciousness, attaining a stronger purpose that prevails beyond modern society’s me-first, crony capitalist rampancy.
“Head Space” continues the consciousness-minded themes, as the opening sample references portals within one’s mind. Dreamy guitars swirl around the moody beat, enamoring in its melodic flow. In another atmospheric spectrum, “Bettin’ Man” builds a bass-heavy intrigue alongside a “never lose,” ethos of perseverance. Down the Rabbit Hole is a gripping hip-hop success from Sheff’s Kitchen.
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“Being Greater” is also featured in the genre-based, best-of Spotify compilation Emerging Hip-Hop.
We discovered this release via MusoSoup, as part of the artist’s promotional campaign.
