South Bronx artist Seth Narley has returned with a new EP called S.A.L.Y. Blending soulful instrumentation with heartfelt, energizing rhymes, Narley drops off a refreshing 5-song offering with S.A.L.Y. The project impresses with sharp lyricism that is often vividly personal in nature, backed by a cohesive set of instrumentals that merge elegant soul samples with raw textures and infectious rhythm sections. Narley himself is an accomplished lyricist, across engaging projects like A MILLBROOK STORY and TRISLAND, and he now returns in top form with S.A.L.Y.
The New York emcee sounds focused on the mic on tracks like the potent “Chanel Rap 24”, on which he tackles a bittersweet, orchestral beat with ease. “Cannes Fest” is a lush, atmospheric track that hits hard at the same time, while Narley delivers airtight flows that weave together vivid imagery. “Minnesota Fats”, featuring Really Jaewon, features crystalline strings that weave atop minimalist percussion to an emotive effect, as the emcees demonstrate a natural chemistry on the mic. “S.till A.int L.ie Y.et” is an evocative track featuring immersive, warm instrumentation, and cathartic bars straight from the heart. Closer “Harlem Nights” features uplifting production that closes the EP on a high note with its energetic soul samples, and the highlight of the track is certainly Narley’s urgent, poignant performance with memorable lyricism.
Seth Narley’s latest is an engaging combination of soulful tracks, potent personal narratives, and raw sharp bars, and it gives S.A.L.Y. added character throughout. The latest from the South Bronx artist, S.A.L.Y. makes for a strong new offering that is layered in nature. Give it a listen here now.
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