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Chuck Chan + Squeegee Oblong drop album sampler for Upset Antagonists LP

Published

5 months ago

October 2, 2024

Staten Island wordsmith Squeegie Oblong teams with prolific beatsmith/emcee Chuck Chan (Hometeam) for forthcoming LP, Upset Antagonists. To drop on October 9th the project is fourteen tracks deep of witty spit and sample alchemy. A snippet sampler of the album (assembled by DJ Shoe) is available for your ears to give you a taste of what’s to come.

Speaking on the project Squeegie revealed “Chuck sent over a beat-pack and the original intention was to use one or two, but his production vibe couldn’t be ignored. I was coming off my Tanface LP (2023) which was deep and also going through some personal things, so I just wanted to have fun. Not ready to express those deeper emotions, I used that energy to create something fun over chuck’s beats to get through a dark time in my life.”

Even the album title Upset Antagonists (a play on Madvillain) and track titles that nod to 80’s cartoon villains “Dr. Claws Journal” and “Beebop’s Seed” give an impression of what to expect. Album guests include Lex Nyre, P. Genz, Zagnif Nori, Primo Jab, Doza The Drum Dealer, Supreme Cerebral, The Bad Seed, Jamil Honesty and Indigo Phoenyx.

The album will also be released on vinyl courtesy of Apple Dizzle Records and cd format via DITC Dot Com.

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Fall in Love with Dmillyyy’s New EP “Cupid Pack”

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2 hours ago

February 22, 2025

Meikhel Philogene

Dmillyyy kicked off the month of love with the lead single, “Balance.” “Balance” was Dmillyyy’s first song of the year. The record served as a teaser for his new EP, Cupid Pack, which was released on Valentine’s Day. Cupid Pack is a five-track EP that dives into the intricacies of love. The EP is an eclectic body of work as it utilizes various genres of music, such as Alternative R&B, Melodic Rap, and Reggaeton.

Cupid Pack starts off with the song, “Thunderstruck.” The track is a record that features a wavy beat and Dmillyyy’s smooth flow. The sound is reminiscent of Jaden. The next track, “Balance,” is a fan favorite and for good reason. “Balance” has a bouncy beat that makes listeners want to groove. The record has a Drake feel to it. The catchy hook reels you in immediately. Dmillyyy cleverly sprinkles in some Spanish lyrics, which are a prelude to the third track on the EP. “Q.M. Interludio” follows “Balance.” The Latin Music interlude showcases the versatility that Dmillyyy possesses. The penultimate track, “WYGD,” is a downtempo, love song that is enchanting. The tune has a sample that blends well with the theme of the song. “WYGD” sets up the EP’s closer as “Madness” is another slow jam. “Madness” is the perfect finale. The sensual track embodies passion and love.

The EP’s introspective/extrospective take on love provides all listeners with songs that resonate with them. Although each song has its own flavor and unique sound, they still connect and carry a cohesive message. “Cupid Pack is an image painted to describe different emotions that may arise for particular love interests.” Dmillyyy continues: “Sometimes it isn’t that serious and just the feeling that you want to cherish. Sometimes the other’s existence makes you want to question everything and reflect back on your own life. Either way, both parties are living in the moment and letting that lead the way.” Cupid Pack is only the beginning as Dmillyyy has much in store for the year. While waiting for his next masterpiece, be sure to show love to the immaculate EP that is Cupid Pack.

Follow Dmillyyy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dmxllyyy.

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