In the heart of the autumnal breeze, and after a series of loose singles, our hero has returned for his meditative third album, A Garden at the End of the World. Nurtured by nature (rain, flowers, mud) and full of inward reflections as well as outward wisdom, the album is a practice in finding and defining happiness. Executive produced by Brad Kemp (with additional production by Emperor Bohe, Manny Beats and a wealth of musicians), the dreamy and jazzy hip-hop album completes the album trilogy and properly connects enchanted lands. A Garden at the End of the World is an introspective and thoughtful auditory experience unlike any other, both within the Windy City and beyond.
What is revealed "Behind the Scenes" of Lwke's newest album is a tranquil ambient undercurrent shaped to lighten the hustle-and-bustle of life and bring one's focus on nature.
Vagabond Maurice's "Sancta Sanctorum" [Prod. by Manny Beats] dives into the inner cosmos, pursuing peace to the pace of an easygoing drumbeat and illuminating the progressive strengthening and reaffirmations involved in the healing process.
With glimmering hip hop instrumentals, wistfully cool samples, and a dash of humor, Chicago producer HarmonicSapien's recently released "AntiSocial EP" is a short-and-sweet soulful dream that beautifully marks the end of year and puts its best foot forward into the new year.
Vagabond Maurice's newest track, "Session 09 - Hagakure" (produced by fellow Chicago musician Uymitsu), ventures down a dreamy city avenue composed of smooth piano, a contemplative jazz trumpet, and meticulously written lyrics reflecting on nostalgia, enlightenment, nature, and the self.