Elementz - Neon Verses - Compact Disc

Different Drummer Records
UK Import

"Birmingham's a city, a small world of darkness," the Elementz recount on the lead off track "Speech Therapy," from their album Neon Verses. It's a statement uttered by many of England's new artists as they attempt to reconcile the dark and dreary environments of many of the country's industrialized cities with problems of their own. The Elementz, a collective of hip-hoppers that rhyme in the vein of A Tribe Called Quest, Digable Planets, and Mos Def, are intent on changing things for the better while remaining very true to their roots. And being a part of this consciousness raising style of hip-hop sometimes assumes a great deal of responsibility. With that in mind, Elementz never miss a beat. The entire record, so stylized yet sensible, is packed with strong beats, clever delivery, even more clever lyrics, and scaled down production that never oversteps its boundaries. They also employ vibes, oboe, and other instruments quite nicely to weave some gorgeous melodies into their message-filled lyrics. These are men with strong voices, thick rhythms, and a definite vision that screams out above any mainstream hip-hop today. Brimming with tracks, 20 in total, Neon Verses is a brilliant debut for these young MCs. Forget Britain, the Elementz have their eyes on the prize, and it's got nothing to do with money.

Track Listing
1. Speech Therapy
2. Professionals
3. Total Recall
4. Cough It Up
5. City Chronicles
6. Takin' Over
7. Tru Emcee - (skit)
8. C.F.C.
9. High Life
10. Check Tha Profyle
11. Threat
12. Judas Breed
13. Crash Syllables
14. Crowngate - (skit)
15. E'luminus Streets
16. Branch Of Me - (interlude)
17. Opposite Gender
18. Neon Verses
19. Jus' Chillin'
20. Elementz Outro