If you still haven’t downloaded Spree Wilson’s Evil Angel EP, you obviously don’t know what you’re missing.
Spree is not only a skilled rapper, but he’s also a talented musician and producer.
Another reason to check out Evil Angel, is the impressive co-sign given to the artist by Q-Tip.
In addition to his recorded music, the Atlanta transplant is building a reputation for amazing live performances, where he puts down the mic at times to jam out on his guitar in the crowd. Check out this show recap that has a photo of Spree rocking out!
Evil Angel gives us a taste of the creative freedom we can expect on his debut album, The Beauty of Chaos.
The standout track on the EP is the No I.D. produced, “Word.”
“Word” is Spree’s biggest song to date, and the track’s creative video has helped to create a lot of internet buzz. The song also features one of Spree’s most quoted lines, “I’m just a fearless freak, who ain’t afraid to ever fall like tears.“ I seriously see that line being quoted all the time!
Another track off the EP that displays Spree’s rapping skills is “Dreamworld.”
As dope as “Word” and “Dreamworld” are, Spree’s real talent comes out when he sings over the smooth, relaxing tracks presented to us in, “I Believe She’s Lying” and “Chaos.” Chaos, co-produced by Spree Wilson, is my favorite track off Evil Angel.
Spree is often compared to Gnarls Barkley, Outkast, and Janelle Monae, not necessarily because he sounds like them, but mostly because his sound can not be simply classified as “hip hop.” Additionally, he appeals to a wide demographic, while coming from the south. To understand where a lot of these comparisons are coming from, take a quick listen to Evil Angel’s “Hold on to Your Skin.”
If you want to get a better feel for Spree’s carefree personality, check out our interview, as Spree stopped by the HipHopAtLunch.com offices to speak about his music, time spent in college, and presence on Twitter!
Like I said earlier, Evil Angel gives us just a taste of what we can expect to hear on Spree’s debut album, The Beauty of Chaos. I can not wait to hear what Spree cooks up with that!
