Rapper Pumpkin and François Poitou return with a more incisive, rhythm-driven album that blends rap and jazz, celebrating free speech and old-school influences.
Rapper Pumpkin and François Poitou release new album
Rapper Pumpkin and bassist François Poitou have released their second album, continuing their musical collaboration with additional contributors including Stéphane Adsuar on drums, Maxime Berton on sax, and Olivier Laisney on trumpet. Album focuses on rhythm and speech
The new album places rhythm at the center of both the music and its themes, described as "more nervous, more incisive" and reflecting the duo's shared passion for both speaking and playing. Jazz-infused rap style highlighted
The review emphasizes the album’s jazz-infused rap style, noting it "reeks of rap" and draws inspiration from the "old school" of artists such as NTM and IAM. Emphasis on freeing speech
The album is said to highlight the importance of "freeing speech," with musical elements like riffs, shuffles, and brief bursts contributing to its dynamic and energetic sound. Album released four years after debut
The album was released four years after the duo’s first, with subscription details available for those wishing to access the full review.
