What makes EP! by JPEGMafia notable?

EP! received widespread acclaim from critics, further solidifying JPEGMafia's reputation as an innovator in hip-hop. The album's raw production and provocative themes contributed to conversations around genre fluidity and the importance of authenticity in modern music, making it a key release for 2020. Released in 2020, EP! is JPEGMafia's follow-up to his critically acclaimed album All My Heroes Are Cornballs. At this point in his career, he had established himself as a boundary-pushing artist known for his experimental sound and unfiltered commentary on contemporary culture.

EP! works well if you're into short bursts of high energy, disorienting beats for active listening and introspective lyrics with sharp edges.

How many songs are on EP!?

EP! has 9 tracks, running approximately 26 minutes.

EP!

JPEGMafia · 2020

26 min · 9 tracks · alternative hip-hop

A chaotic blend of industrial beats and abstract lyricism that challenges conventions within hip-hop and R&B.

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Top tracks — play these first

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BALD! — As the opening track, BALD! sets the tone for the album with its abrasive production and confrontational lyrics, encapsulating JPEGMafia's fearless approach.
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COVERED IN MONEY! — This track blends sharp social critique with catchy hooks, showcasing JPEGMafia's ability to merge serious themes with an engaging sound.
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living single — Featuring a more melodic structure, living single demonstrates JPEGMafia's versatility while maintaining his signature lyrical depth and introspection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

EP! showcases JPEGMafia's experimental style with chaotic production and abstract themes, marking it as a distinctive entry in alternative hip-hop.

What we noticed

The first three tracks feature aggressive beats and rapid-fire delivery, while the fourth track shifts to a more melodic approach with layered vocals.
Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes and unconventional song structures, often blending elements of noise and silence.
The lyrics frequently employ abstract imagery and social commentary, challenging traditional hip-hop narratives.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 9/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

short bursts of high energy
disorienting beats for active listening
introspective lyrics with sharp edges
for spontaneous dance breaks

Maybe skip if you

prefer long, meditative tracks
seek polished, mainstream sound

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 2020, EP! is JPEGMafia's follow-up to his critically acclaimed album All My Heroes Are Cornballs. At this point in his career, he had established himself as a boundary-pushing artist known for his experimental sound and unfiltered commentary on contemporary culture.
Stylistic neighbors: Death Grips· Denzel Curry· Shabazz Palaces