Madison-based musician Godly the Ruler drops their debut EP Dog Days, moving through five tracks of brash instrumentals offset by vocals that are as powerful as vulnerable as multi-talent Godwill Oke embarks on an introspective journey touching on human relationships and the acceptance of flaws.
Opening with the glitchy stylings of “my overactive imagination,” which establishes an explosive sound stretching through into the anthemic arrangement and smooth flow of “girls free till midnight,” the EP first showcases a raw punk-tinged hip-hop sound before giving way to something more vibrant.
On stand-out title track, Godly the Ruler exhibits his versatility moving through an eclectic blend of emo guitars, distorted beats and dreamy synths giving way to the guitar-led bop that is “off with your head,” with its uber catchy chorus making us reach for the replay button.
Final track, “ text me when you’re home,” moves into touches of indie-rock building his full repertoire of sonics within the dynamic frame of his signature hip-hop sound. Offering up a well-rounded contemplation on love, lust and the humanity between it, Oke who has honed his ability to build layered worlds with his music continues to shape and solidify his place in music with Dog Days.
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