Brand new EP from POINT3NINE

POINT3NINE is an artist whose experimental approach blends a huge array of genres to create a sound that’s entirely his own. The Canadian multi-instrumentalist and producer draws from rock, hip hop, reggae, trip hop and jazz, crafting music that’s impossible to label while remaining thoroughly expressive.

His artistic output is driven by a relentless creative spirit, playing any instrument he can get his hands on and using his diverse influences to bring to life a truly unique musical world. Since making his debut in October 2023 with his album Black Fly, POINT3NINE has been on a relentless artistic streak, delivering a stream of singles, EPs and full-length records while also sharing acoustic covers with fans via YouTube.

His prolific creativity attests to his dedication and as he moves into the new year, he shows no signs of slowing down. Coming off the back of a successful 2024, he brings us his latest release with his brand new EP titled WEIGHT BELLY JIM – VOX 1 EP, a project brimming with powerful lyricism and personal themes.

POINT3NINE’s ability to fuse meaningful writing with genre-blending production is at the heart of this latest EP. Drawing influence from bands like Sublime, his new release opens an exciting window into what’s to come. Opened by “Take A Blow,” ominous synth textures swell as POINT3NINE’s hushed voice repeats “take a blow, just take a blow” to craft a brooding soundscape full of gritty instrumentation and moody atmosphere.

“Batter Swing” brings the laid back rattle of drums and deep bass tones capped by off-kilter vocal flow to forge a downtempo, avant-garde slice of deconstructed hip hop. With “Monitor,” the lively flutter of plucked strings is met by the shuffle of a grooving beat, leaning into an old school vibe filtered through POINT3NINE’s innovative sonic lens.

One of the highlight tracks, “Boom,” delivers a message of hope and determination, urging listeners to leave their struggles behind and aim for something greater. Wrapped up in a dark and twisted arrangement of hazy instrumental twangs and atmospheric elements, it’s a superb showcase of his knack for conjuring a collision of styles and creating something entirely new.

“Flyin High” brings the rustle of a steady beat as expressive vocalisations ring out above, casting an immersive sound of progressive hip hop exploration. Closing the EP with “Desert Eagle,” the dark grit of guitar tones, rumbling bass and tapped percussion forms an enveloping backdrop for POINT3NINE’s unique vocal work to glide above, resulting in a thought-provoking and forward-thinking finale to his stellar new EP.

Listen to WEIGHT BELLY JIM – VOX 1 EP below