Black Silver’s recent single “Westside Glory” is an ode to artistic freedom and creativity, and showcases the Las Vegas-based rapper’s impeccable flow and cunning lyricism. Produced by E Skillz music, the song blends an old school hip hop vibe with cutting edge electronic instrumentation and spacey sonic textures to create a unique musical landscape.
From the opening bars following a kaleidoscopic record scratched intro, Black Silver’s flow and lyricism are the clear focus of “Westside Glory”. He effortlessly glides over the snapping beat with intricate rhymes and complex phrases that showcase his extensive vocabulary and artistic depth. The track has a strong old school hip hop feel to it, but with a modern twist that keeps it fresh and exciting.
The music video for “Westside Glory” perfectly complements the track, with Black Silver performing in various scenic locations, each shot wrapped up in a hazy lo-fi visual aesthetic that provides a perfect visual pairing to the song. The video captures the essence of the track, with Black Silver rapping about his dedication to his craft and his refusal to follow the same format and structure that he feels is holding back the hip hop industry.
“Westside Glory” is the perfect taste of what’s to come from Black Silver’s forthcoming album, Forbidden Slanguage, which is scheduled to drop towards the end of 2023. The album is highly anticipated, and for good reason. Black Silver has already proved his lyrical prowess and creative vision on previous projects, and “Westside Glory” is no exception.
As an artist, Black Silver has recorded prolifically, both as a solo artist and in group collaborations. He’s a member of several hip hop groups, including Analog Brothers, Tha Likwit Crew, 2000 Crows, Black Ice (with Ice T) and Concrete Babies. He’s well-known for his intricate rhyme schemes and complex phrases, and his dedication to his craft is evident in every aspect of his music.
“Westside Glory” is a perfect example of Black Silver’s commitment to the art of hip hop, and his refusal to tread the same path that he feels is holding back the industry. It’s a bold and confident statement from an artist who knows his creative vision, and is unafraid to push the boundaries of what hip hop can be.
Overall, Black Silver’s “Westside Glory” is an impressive track that showcases his lyrical prowess and artistic talent. With Forbidden Slanguage on the horizon, it’s clear that Black Silver is an artist to watch in the hip hop industry.
Watch the music video for Westside Glory below
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