Benjamin KasselNov 16, 20214 min readThe whole of "Shook Ones, Pt. II" is far greater than the sum of its partsFrom insane samples to hard-hitting rhymes and a splash of motivation, Mobb Deep's signature track is an all-time great rap cut.
Benjamin KasselOct 19, 20214 min readIndia.Arie's "Video" is as honest as it gets in this gilded world of oursRising above the weight of unrealistic physical expectations, she delivers a soulful, guitar-driven affirmation of her self-worth.
Benjamin KasselSep 13, 20214 min read"Unknown Song" captures my present anxieties and questions, then tries to answer themAs the track oscillates between major and minor sections, I try to allay my fears. Do I succeed?
