“I remember a review of one of my records where they were like, ‘This guy sounds like he’s hella intense and really shitty to hang out with.'” The 5th album from Seattle rapper & Rhymesayers artist Grieves is an attempt at showcasing the real him, which consists of both emotional, brooding, “keeping shit real” side and a fun “cut-loose” side, which only fans attending his shows have been able to witness, so far. Grieves recorded the the equally serious and fun Running Wild in Stockholm with Swedish producer chords, and the tracks range from the anxiety and emotion-filled classic Grieves moments to “Nope, I don’t think I can get away with that” experiments that turn out extremely well. Check out “Gutz,” “RX,” “Faded,” “What It Dew,” and “Night Shift.”

• limited white colored vinyl pressing
• printed inner sleeves
• sticker sheet insert
• digital download included
• music label: Rhymesayers 2017

reviewed by nakaveli 08/2017

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