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80purppp shares potent new single, "release! (THE KRAKEN)"

  • March 28, 2024
  • Jacob Saltzberg
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80purppp has dropped off a new song, titled "release! (THE KRAKEN)". Born in Harrow, England, with heritage from Ghana- 80purppp is a multifaceted artist who seamlessly blends his diverse cultural influences into a character-rich musical schema. His journey in the world of music began at the tender age of 4 when he began classical piano lessons under the Suzuki method, laying the foundation for a lifelong passion. After relocating to Edmonton, Alberta, he began to refine and formulate his own style across a series of poignant releases. In an invigorating shift from the conventional, British-born artist 80purppp now shares his latest single, "release! (THE KRAKEN)". This alternative gem, recorded in the vibrant city of Edmonton, Canada, is a bold step into the realm of musical storytelling that entwines the artist's rich cultural heritage and idiosyncratic perspective.

Produced by the talented duo Mixmp and Grant Lapointe, "release! (THE KRAKEN)" emerges from the depths of introspection and creative epiphany. "release! (THE KRAKEN)" contains pensive, hypnotically dark instrumentation based around weaving guitars, reversed vocal samples, and crisp percussion, combined with 80purppp's effortless, introspective vocal style. Drawing inspiration from a transformative journey to Greece, specifically the enchanting island of Paros, 80purppp ventures into refreshing territories of the mind and soul. The song's genesis lies in the mythical landscape of Paros, where the legend of a monstrous squid sparked a profound exploration of human nature and personal identity.

Influenced by the likes of Mac Miller, XXXtentacion, Sampha, and Drake, 80purppp weaves a narrative that is both personal and universal. The song delves into the treacherous waters of truth and the human tendency to recoil from its uncomfortable depths. Through the metaphor of the Kraken—a legendary creature known for its destructive force- 80purppp confronts the paradox of desire for truth and the subsequent rejection faced when it is unveiled.

As 80purppp puts it, "The song is about what people tend to do when given knowledge that they don’t wanna hear, specifically when they claim they want it." It is a reflection on the isolating experience of being honest in a world that often prefers the comfort of illusions. Through "release! (THE KRAKEN)", he invites listeners to e mbark on a personal odyssey, to confront the giant squids in their own lives, and to emerge empowered by truth and self-acceptance.

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