The ILLZ - Closer

Producer: The Temper Trap

Album: The Darkest Hour

Label: Unsigned

Realness, thy name is The ILLZ. On a potential single off his forthcoming album, the Jersey rhymesayer cuts through the typical rap bravado to offer listeners a glimpse of the stress and frustration that so often plagues those pursuing a big dream. Flowing over an instrumental borrowed from indie-rock group Temper Trap‘s Soldier On, the emcee paints a poignant, easily-relatable lyrical portrait of financial insecurity and self-doubt. Ultimately, however, he reaffirms his dedication to the hustle. The Darkest Hour has yet to receive a release date, but those digging this moody selection can, of course, keep it locked for all the latest news and tunes.

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DJ Z
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I know Joe Budden made "Mood Music" famous, but The ILLZ has been doing this sound/style of music for several years now and I think he has nearly-perfected the craft. Its hard, admittingly, to get excited about a downbeat record as summery summer begins, but if you have the blues and want something to vibe out to your mood under headphones... listen to "Closer."

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Posted on Jun 06, 2012

djblaze DJ Booth Crew Total Ratings: 7960	Rating: djblaze's Top Rated Songs This was OK... Not really a fan of the production... Follow @djblaze_djbooth
	Posted on Jun 06, 2012

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I tuned in cause I was thinking of the group THE ILL from Baton Rouge. I like the production on this track. Its a album cut to vibe to, but the rhymes are off beat on the first verse at least. Its drags a little as well. I know the instrumental was taken from another band, but it could have still been reworked. That bridge could of came in sooner, but I'm no producer.

Posted on Jun 07, 2012