Hip Hop from Rylai

South Korean artist Rylai creates hip hop with a modern melodic twist. Offering an upbeat rhythmic sound, he lays down a breezy flow over piquant blends of instrumentation to create a catchy rap sound.

Channeling the sound of artists such as Kendrick Lamar, The Roots, Mos Def and Anderson.Paak, the Seoul-based wordsmith offers his own unique style that draws on elements of soul, funk and R&B. A brand new act, he’s burst onto the scene with his debut single, “Testimony”.

With his first offering, Rylai shares an instantly memorable hip hop cut featuring his laid back vocal flow and an arrangement of atmospheric and organic instrumental tapestry. Delivering an old school vibe with touches of Motown, on “Testimony” the artist creates a jazzy groove full of punchy brass lines and a danceable beat.

Written about his own experiences with depression and the motivations that helped lift him out of the darkness, his thoughtful words are carried by his sharp and smooth vocal work. “Testimony” demonstrates a new artist with bags of talent and builds excitement for his next move with this worthy debut outing.

Listen to Testimony below