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1998 TRUMAN
Hip-Hop · 2018

1998 TRUMAN

BROCKHAMPTON

July 19, 2018 · Question Everything, Inc.

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1998 TRUMAN is a masterclass in sonic whiplash, capturing a group in the midst of a public and private metamorphosis. It begins as a frantic, industrial-leaning assault on the senses, defined by siren-like synthesizers and a relentless drum break that feels like it is constantly on the verge of collapsing.

The vocal performances from Merlyn Wood and Joba are particularly volatile, oscillating between high-pitched yelps and guttural screams that convey a sense of desperate urgency. This is the sound of a collective trying to outrun their own shadows, utilizing maximalist production to drown out the noise of their internal friction.

Moments Worth Listening For
The jarring transition at the three-minute mark where the industrial noise evaporates into a lush, guitar-driven Bearface outro.
Merlyn Wood's explosive opening verse where his voice seems to clip the master channel with sheer enthusiasm.
The inclusion of the Truman Show dialogue sample that provides a meta-commentary on the group's public dissolution.
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