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Najir - Commuter

By: Irate Specialist

Since COVID-19 has come and disrupted the status quo for the majority of Americans, most are trying to fight boredom and stay entertained. However, artists are thriving during this time and helping to provide people with entertainment they so desire. New Jersey's artists are some of the most creative out there and are continually dropping content that is drawing attention to how dope we are. One artist who is expertly doing his part to put Jersey on the map is Najir with his debut E.P, Commuter. Najir likes to describe himself as an individual who marches to the sound of his own drum. "I am what I am, and I don't like to do what everyone else is doing. I do what feels right," said Najir. 

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His individualistic and creative personality is strongly felt throughout this project as well, making it a great first look it to the mind of this talented artist. He uses a lyrical approach to bring to life stories from his past as well as blow away the competition. However, Najir's main intention is not just to display his lyrical ability, but also songs interesting enough that they keep your attention throughout the track. On Commuter, he does this while using the idea of a commuter to illustrate that he is always on his way to somewhere higher. "I always felt like I had to commute somewhere, so that's a big part of my journey," said Najir. "Me being on my way to something greater than I'm at right now." 

 This notion all starts with the first track, "This Is Me." On "This Is Me," Najir helps the audience get to know him by breaking down his name. Growing up in Summit, NJ, and having a moniker like Najir caused him to have to endure constant mispronunciations and misuse of his name. So he had to set the record straight let us know who he is through this song. "I'm like yo, if this is going to be my first project, I have to let people know who I am from the jump," said Najir. "So I'm like 'who am I?' Oh, this is me, and I gave it to them like that. You don't take anything to the grave, but your name." So Najir makes sure to let everyone know the struggles in having his name but also the power in it. 

  The track is a sure-fire hit from this E.P is the track "Can I Call You." This was a Jersey club instrumental produced by a dude in Texas that he held onto for a while. Once he felt the time was right he recorded the track and instantly knew it was a hit. "I dropped it, and people were like 'THIS IS THAT WORK,'" said Najir. This was the sentiment that was heard everywhere the song was promoted. The catchiness of this track comes from the hook. The way Najir uses the bounciness of the instrumental to drill the hook into your head as you bop to it. Plus, Najir makes use of his lyrical ability to tell a dope story of about shorty who he's missing.

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 The last track on the E.P is "Rumble in the Garden," where Najir makes it known that Jersey is making noise, and you should be listening. "The rumble in the garden is the things that are going on here. More specifically, the music that's going on," said Najir. "You may not understand, but there's a community here that doesn't get our proper shine." So Najir paints the picture of the movement happening in Jersey by creatively telling our story through goblins, gargoyles, and double entendres. 

So If you're looking for some new Jersey talent to take a look into, check out Najir and his E.P Commuter. Also, if you're looking for more information about the ep Najir and I do a full break down on the Music & Mindfulness Podcast, link in @irate_specialist's bio. 

In these uncertain times, one thing is certain Jersey music will keep getting better and better by the day, and artists like Najir are leading the way. 

Listen to Najir’s Commuter below:

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GRIM: Damage Control

By: Natalee Gilbert

With more truth and less falsity, New Jersey-based creative, Grim creates a sound that holds nothing back and instead, paves the way for other artists to do the same. Advocating for originality, Grim says that while his music is based on real situations, he also makes sure to add in a vibe that everyone can rock to. "I like a dark trap or dark slow melody kind of vibe to match the Grim Persona" he adds. And if I'm being frank here, his project Damage Control lives up to this notion. Aside from carrying that spook in its overall soundscape, Damage Control comes with scathing verses and a cadence that could crush anyone's "so-called" ego.

In this 12-piece collection, Grim bust the clout-chasers and he even leaves room to speak about his dwellings. However, he's worked hard to get to where he is (unlike them). The artist says that the album’s theme stems from how rappers are acting now. To elaborate, Grim says “They all believe that got everything on lock, now it's time to show who deserves the recognition.” Notable tracks like “No Games,” “LEGO,” “Thankful,” and “Storytime Pt 1” deserve some spins. But really, the whole project is a bop. To say the least, Damage Control provides listeners with multiple flows, witty punchlines, catchy hooks and a variety of genres that intertwine. Grim is a persona, feeling, and vibe, in a way but the difference is that he uses his gift to tell stories that leave some sort of impact. As one flips through the tracks, they won’t be able to resist their urge to hear more. However, don’t be mistaken. By no means is Grim a rapper. To clarify, he’s an artist. “Hip-Hop helped me go through any issue I had growing up, it was my escape, my everything. It's all I ever wanted to do. It will never end it's only going to get better and I will support every artist that cares about their craft.”

To begin, “No Games” speaks volumes in its lyrics but the beat, however, is a big misconception of the song title. Grim talks about how he works hard to get to where he is now. Due to working around the clock, he’s able to flex off luxurious jewelry, foreign cars, and drip. And the artist even says that he’d rather not be compared to others. To amp up “No Game,” Grim possesses a bouncy, articulate flow and cut-throat verses. Regardless, the soundscape goes in an upbeat tempo and integrates a gritty 808. Grim says that “No Games” was the most fun to make, “My producer and I baked some cookies and made hits.” he continues “It was a classic night.”

“See Thru” meshes faint harmonic cries with sporadic hi-hats and an anonymous eerie progression. The track itself highlights Grim’s maturity and the rhymer even goes so far as to say that he’s drippin’ now and has his water too. His collaborator, Will Harbor uses slight auto-tune to speak on how he lives by the silver lining. My favorite punchline to date is when Harbor says “Need the ice, I need the cream. Ben and Jerry’s double scoop.”

Still, “LEGO” holds weight in keeping things trap-ridden. Besides this genre, “LEGO” takes influence from country in its guitar riffs and steady, faint eerie piano progression. Even so, the synths ride out with an 8-bit backdrop to prove that Grim didn’t come to play. Starting, “LEGO” comes with a little hum and then he does a repetitive pattern on the last words of his rhyme schemes until the 0:50 mark. He says that he’s going to go and get it.

Additionally, “Story Time Pt 1.” crossovers between jazz-inspired piano riffs, boom-bap, and a steady, dark baseline. This song tells an intriguing tale that takes place on a rainy night. Praying to the one above, Grim hopes that he doesn’t get robbed. But sure enough, someone tries to stick him for his paper at his doorstep. Still, the joke is on him because Grim keeps his bands in the stash box. Shortly after, things get hectic after the guy pulls out a gun in which Grim refers to as “sunny.” To add, Grim mentions that the wangsta only pulls it out on a rainy day. And as the artist runs around aimlessly, his life flashes before his eyes, (don’t worry, he isn’t dead). In short, “Story Time Pt 1.” ends with a cliffhanger.

Moreover, “TROOF” takes influence from the trap and follows up with futuristic synths and sporadic hi-hats. Essentially, “TROOF” takes the melody from “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star” for a dark spin. To play off this idea, Grim even says “I let my light radiate,” and “I’d rather pass the shine.” Punchlines like “They be peddling their bikes, I’m on my 4 wheeler” and “They only rap what they assume, I’m recognizable in close rooms” speak volume on the song’s underlying message.

Grim grew up in the 732, so he only had to bring it! “Let Em’ Dance” talks about everlasting growth and how he’s only going to reap the benefits of being an icon in the game. Sure, others can do what they want, but just know that he’s going to get it regardless (and lend a hand to his loved ones along the way). Production-wise, “Let Em’ Dance” uses daunting hi-hats, piano riffs, wind percussions, and an oh, so heavy base. The metaphoric line “Just wait till I blossom, a flower needs to water and b*tch I’m dripping like a faucet.” takes a jab at one double entendre whereas the rest plays out as a punchline.

Categorized as a trap song, “UFO” provides hi-hat progressions, a dark snare pattern, speaker-knocking base, and distorted spacey synths. Grim goes to say with a little flex that he’s trying to make the proper moves to get two steps ahead. Lines like “I’ve been trying to find a place and time/Park the ship and make the stars align,” express this message to the max. The feature, Will Harbor carries a deep tonality and just has fun with his verses.

Now “Story Time Pt 1’s” predecessor, “Story Time Pt 2.” switches the tempo and turns into boom-bap. Over the deep piano riff, an 808 cuts in now and then. Sure, they make a sudden appearance but the instrumentation refuses to stay in the same pattern. To further put it, the soundscape just always seems to fit. “Story Time Pt 2” basically speaks about how all rappers fight for the same spot. In first verse, Grim metaphorically exposes how clout chasing rappers glorify drugs and alcohol by saying “Slip him half of a Xanny and watch him wash it down with Jack/told him spit a 16’ all the sh*t that you can think of.” and “He dropping to the ground/every smile turns into a frown. I’m asking where the clout at now?” “Body and Prada up in a box” Speaking of which, Grim would rather stay in his lane and build rappers up. In means of encouraging others, he hints that he’s always going to stay true to himself no matter what.

Then the song shifts to “Lights Out” which implements eerie, spacey synths in a trap-ridden fashion. In “Lights Out,” Grim reminisces the hard days and celebrates the good ones. And he doesn’t forget to add that he likes a girl who wears Louis Vuitton. On the other hand, “Lights Out’s” strongest component is its bounce and to take it up a notch is Grim’s collaborator, Will Harbor who weaves into a fast flow as well.

Second to last, “White” tackles onto cash register synths and deep, booming bass. Here, Grim flexes off the jewelry while his featured femcee, KillaKay lets her natural swag take over and she ends up shutting it down!

Finally, “Thankful” comes in as a somber ballad and provides listeners with a dark, bellowing bass. Through switched up flows, Grim allows himself to be vulnerable and lines like “I got too much on my mind, I don’t know where I’m going. I don’t want to close but I don’t want to open” prove this very statement. He’s tired of others excluding him out because he’s different. And one can just hear his pain through his rhymes. In means of relatability, Grim says in this very line, “Every soul know the struggle of the come-up/The 9-to-5, then come home, record till sun up. It ain’t for the fame or Hussle, boy you better nut up/Deserve some plaques now/Not a little, I need a tunnel. All-in-all, Grim is thankful for all those past situations because it helped him to become who he is today.

With Damage Control, Grim hopes that fans hear that he’s taking this seriously, “I'm not here to just talk about drugs, guns and sex 24/7.” he continues “Yes, it has its place but you can do more with music.”

If you haven’t already, listen to Damage Control. It is available on all platforms.

Fun Fact: Grim says that 17 by XXXTENTACION saved his life.

LINKS:

1. Instagram: @real_grim

2. Damage Control: https://soundcloud.com/realgrim/sets/damage-control

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NEW TRACKS COMING THIS FRIDAY!!! ° The first one is called When I Make It and it's about how I will help people in everyway I can. I want to use my money to get people out of similar situations and help kids that grow up without father's or have been abused. I want to buy homeless people blankets and water. I want to make every make-a-wish happen. I want to give back as much as I possibly can. To me, that's part of being a musician. That's what this whole song is about and I hope you enjoy it. ° The second song is called Reflections and it goes out to anyone thats been abused to the point where they feel uncomfortable in their own skin, and anyone that doesn't think they are beautiful. You are not alone. ° Be sure to follow, like and subscribe, to my pages. Reaching into the painful parts within on this one. I really think the lyrics will help some people get through some hard times. 🔥💯💖🔥💯💖🔥💯💖🔥 ° ° ° ° Produced by @misaonthekeys @mpowerrecords @sloppyhouse #Rap #suicideprevention #HipHop #UndergroundRap #UndergroundHipHop #Underground #Music #LocalMusicians #NYC #PA #NJ #Love #SupportLocalMusic #Share #Trauma #ApacheWildnative #Drugabuse #NewJersey #NewJerseyRapper #NJRapper #NewBrunswickNJ #UpcomingArtist #NewMusic #Artist #Viral https://www.instagram.com/p/Bq9n_4ogY9A/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=sscwvbxw03s5

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