Photo Credit: Nicholas O Donnell
Making their debut at the very end of 2022, alt-rap trio Frozemode are relative newcomers in the music industry. Nonetheless this hasn’t stopped people taking note, with acclaim from the BBC and NME and being hailed as “One of the most exciting live acts to come out of 2023″.
Frozemode now release there eagerly awaited mixtape, Demode 2. The pre-released singles Asbo Boys, Black Hole and Kurama are already causing a stir with their in-your-face energy being backed by Radio 1’s Jack Saunders, Clash and Kerrang!.
Proceedings begin with Asbo Boys, a tightly packed explosion of energy, which hovers just over the two-and-a-half-minute mark. An expansive wall of sound that treats your ears to catchy guitar rhythms and jaw-dropping rap verses.
Transitioning into Black Hole heavy drums ensue, along with a seamless wave of high energy and thundering flows throughout the song.
It’s clear to see that Frozemode, even during there short tenure, have put every ounce of passion, excitement and rage into the record. “With DEMODE 2 we are delving more into the hidden sides of ourselves and blending the fun flashy bars with the dark reality of the lifestyle. We are continuing to refine and expand the MODESKOOL genre.”
Nearing the end of Demode 2, the alt-rap trio made of I.V.GATLIN, Cho-Hollo and Lisong continue to bring the raw and thunderous energy that been present throughout the mixtape. New offerings Mandem Nah and No Assumptions continue this theme.
A mixtape entrenched with passion, emotion and furious energy throughout, and a thoroughly engaging and entertaining listen from a band taking their first tentative steps in the scene.
8/10
Standout Tracks: Asbo Boys, Black Hole, Mandem Nah
For Fans Of: Bob Vylan, Kid Kapichi, Skepta
Written by: Ben Gilligan
