Released 10 years ago
Floss
Injury Reserve · 2016
42 min · 12 tracks
A frenetic blend of experimental beats and incisive lyrics that challenge conventional hip-hop norms.
Top tracks — play these first
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Oh Shit!!! — The opening track sets the tone with its chaotic energy, illustrating the group's signature blend of humor and sharp social commentary.
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All This Money — This track cleverly critiques materialism while interweaving catchy hooks, showcasing Injury Reserve's skill in balancing thought-provoking lyrics with infectious sounds.
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Keep on Slippin — It features introspective verses reflecting on personal struggles, demonstrating the group's ability to convey vulnerability amidst their experimental production.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Floss showcases innovative structures and layered vocals, marking a distinct entry in experimental hip-hop.
What we noticed
- Lyrics often shift between personal narratives and social commentary, creating a dynamic interplay that challenges the listener's expectations.
- Many tracks utilize layered vocal deliveries, with multiple voices overlapping and intertwining rather than following traditional verse-chorus patterns.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- frenetic energy for active listening
- ironic humor and playful irreverence
- quick tracks for short bursts
- dynamic shifts in emotional tone
Maybe skip if you
- prefer smooth, consistent pacing
- seek lengthy immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Injury Reserve released Floss as their debut studio album on December 15, 2016, following a series of successful EPs and singles. This album marked a significant step in their evolution from underground favorites to recognized innovators within the hip-hop scene, showcasing their unique sound and lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Death Grips· JPEGMafia· Shabazz Palaces
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Oh Shit!!! 4:16
- 2 Bad Boys 3 2:20
- 3 All This Money 3:17
- 4 S on Ya Chest 4:24
- 5 What’s Goodie 2:54
- 6 Girl With the Gold Wrist 3:19
- 7 2016 Interlude 1:37
- 8 All Quiet on the West Side 2:39
- 9 Eeny Meeny Miny Moe 4:28
- 10 Keep on Slippin 4:57
- 11 Back Then 3:20
- 12 Look Mama I Did It 4:29
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