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Has-Lo - Fiber Optics
Artist: Has-Lo
Producer: Has-Lo
Album: In Case I Don't Make It
Label: Mello Music Group
What? The fact that we invited Has-Lo to spit for our Exclusive Freestyle Series with no prior Booth features, along with the dopeness of the entry itself, weren’t enough to convince you the Philly native had something special? Oh, ye of little faith! Regardless, after a listen to aptly-named mixtape single Fiber Optics, even the most cynical heads should see the light. As on Fucwitdat, the up-and-comer handles both production and mic duties, crafting a poignant, string-laced instrumental which he proceeds to lace with poetic insights on the topics of race and spirituality. With a sampled speech by onetime Black Panthers leader Eldridge Cleaver as his creative springboard, he weaves a dense web of imagery and allusion. Though the artist’s determination to reach “beyond the prosaic [and] into the esoteric” makes repeat listens a must, his commitment to equity and solidarity is crystal clear: “Civil rights on the mic, fightin’ for equality….” If this joint left you refreshed, more hot beats and lyrical substance await on Has-Lo’s In Case I Don’t Make It LP, released today and available now for online download.
This song first appeared on the
Independent Chart
on April 4, 2011
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Without a doubt the best song selection of the night's new batch. Has-Lo HAS got the goods to do great things in this industry. Dual threat who is good at both skills. Excellent.
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| Posted on Mar 31, 2011 |
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One of my favorite cuts off his new album. Has-Lo has the ability to spit fly and still speak with enough wisdom that you end up feeling enlightened. My man Hassaan said it best, dude has plenty of "lyrical jewelry". Oh, and he produced it too.
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I enjoyed this track alot. To me, it sounds a little like something we might hear from Jay Electronica. I like Has-Lo’s flow, and appreciate that he has something to say and can still get your head bobbing. Additionally, the track is self-produced, showing that his talents go beyond holding a mic.
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| Posted on Mar 31, 2011 |
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Wow, yes. Now I'm impressed. Has-Lo on the mic AND on the beats? Win. Now why can't I listen to quality stuff like this on the radio?
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| Posted on Mar 31, 2011 |
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DJ Booth Crew  Total Ratings: 211 |
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The track speaks for itself. The essence of why any of us love hip-hop is there, solid flow and fitting production. Thumbs up.
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DAMN!!!!!!
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"A rap MRI a mental massage"...nice lyricsm on this track plus i likes the production work.
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Song is solid overall. Its my first time hearing Has-Lo so i enjoyed it for what its worth.
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