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Album Review: ambient hip hop: Hectic Zeniths, HECTIC ZENITHS
Photo credit: Kelsey Gold
Atmospheric. Ambient. Hip Hop. Words that perfectly describe Brooklyn-native, now Philly-based Hectic Zeniths‘ self-titled release. Crafting a “densely layered project,” musician Adam Morgan Prince created the anagram Hectic Zeniths from the German word ‘Zeitschtichten’ which means “layers of time”—which is apt for an album that is lovingly haunting through its layering of beautiful beats.
What sticks out the most is the fact that classical influences are strung about, along with original piano compositions to create a lush project that is organically fresh and smoothly hip hop. I’ve listened to it in my car, at home on a Sunday afternoon with the windows wide open, relaxing while reading a magazine; it’s that type of vibe: chill and undeniably made with love. Nearly three years in the making, it’s hard to pick a favorite tune because they all display a different type of beauty. But if I had to choose, my two favorites would be: “One That Got Away [Intro],” and “Know My List.”
Hectic Zeniths is available now on Bandcamp, Soundcloud as well as iTunes.
