Veteran
JPEGMafia · 2018
47 min · 19 tracks · alternative hip-hop · hardcore hip-hop · lo-fi
A chaotic blend of industrial beats and provocative lyrics that challenge societal norms and showcase raw emotion.
Why this album works
- Best for
- chaotic bursts of energy wave-like pacing with intensity provocative themes challenging norms
- Context
- When JPEGMafia released 'Veteran' in January 2018, he was transitioning from underground artist to a more prominent figure in experimental hip-hop. This album followed his critically acclaimed debut, 'Black Ben Carson', marking a significant leap in his production quality and lyrical depth as he began gaining traction within the genre.
- If you like
- alternative hip-hop, hardcore hip-hop, lo-fi
Veteran is an album by JPEGMafia, released in 2018. A chaotic blend of industrial beats and provocative lyrics that challenge societal norms and showcase raw emotion. 'Veteran' received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its unapologetic commentary on race and politics, landing on various year-end lists. The album's unique sound helped it resonate within the underground rap scene and influenced a wave of artist experimentation in hip-hop during 2018. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Veteran sound like?
A chaotic blend of industrial beats and provocative lyrics that challenge societal norms and showcase raw emotion. Rooted in alternative hip-hop and hardcore hip-hop.
What makes Veteran by JPEGMafia notable?
'Veteran' received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its unapologetic commentary on race and politics, landing on various year-end lists. The album's unique sound helped it resonate within the underground rap scene and influenced a wave of artist experimentation in hip-hop during 2018. When JPEGMafia released 'Veteran' in January 2018, he was transitioning from underground artist to a more prominent figure in experimental hip-hop. This album followed his critically acclaimed debut, 'Black Ben Carson', marking a significant leap in his production quality and lyrical depth as he began gaining traction within the genre.
Who is Veteran for?
Veteran works well if you're into chaotic bursts of energy, wave-like pacing with intensity and provocative themes challenging norms.
How many songs are on Veteran?
Veteran has 19 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 1539 N. Calvert Standout 2:37
- 2 Real Nega 2:31
- 3 Thug Tears 3:18
- 4 Dayum 1:25
- 5 Baby Im Bleeding Standout 2:32
- 6 My Thoughts On Neogaf Dying (Radio Edit) 1:34
- 7 Rock N Roll Is Dead 3:08
- 8 DD Form 214 3:15
- 9 Germs 2:41
- 10 Libtard Anthem Standout 1:20
- 11 😱 3:00
- 12 DJ Snitch Bitch Interlude 1:23
- 13 Whole Foods 2:04
- 14 Macaulay Culkin 1:57
- 15 Williamsburg 3:33
- 16 I Cannot Fucking Wait Until Morrissey Dies 1:26
- 17 Rainbow Six 4:43
- 18 1488 2:28
- 19 Curb Stomp 2:15
Release Date
January 1, 2018
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
47 min 10 sec
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