Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Music Brief: Knine's "Robots Have Feelings, Too"



Confession time: As a new CHH fan (going back to late last year), this is my first listen to veteran MC Knine. But it's not my last!
The "Robots Have Feelings, Too" theme reinforces that Christians are not the blind, following "robots" of stereotypes, but rather multidimensional, caring people who have found the true solution for the pain and fear of life.
Knine also skillfully shows we have style and flava, too. With a relaxed flow, the sometimes humorous, sometimes profound lyrics cover everything from the 10 Commandments to how fans should cope when he dies.
Sonically, no secular artist is safe. Beat jacking victims include Ciara, Notorious B.I.G. and ODB. Even the annoying DJ Cannon mix tape drop gets ethered.
At 27 tracks, this mix tape is a generous, filling appetizer until The Dogg's next album drops.

My Top Tracks
  • Thank the Lord: A laundry list of reasons why.
  • Breathe: US and UK flows? Brilliant!
  • But He Said: Believe the Lord's report.
  • It's Not a Game: Tons of clever sports metaphors.
  • The 10 Commandments: Rundown translated for hip-hop generation.
  • Everything: Clever sample use for praise.
  • On top of the World: Where God's mercy places you.

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