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Scrimshaw Porn Shines In New Single ‘Epilogue’
With ‘Epilogue’, Nick Helgesen pushes Scrimshaw Porn into its most politically charged and sonically unexpected territory yet. Released March 26th, 2026, the single trades the project’s signature piano-led intimacy for a driving, groove-heavy sound built on urgency and intent.
From the outset, the track feels different. Rather than unfolding slowly, it locks into motion immediately — basslines pulse with insistence, drums snap with funk-inflected precision, and layered instrumentation creates a dense, kinetic atmosphere. It’s a noticeable shift from earlier, more atmospheric releases.
Lyrically, Helgesen is direct and unflinching. ‘Epilogue’ addresses institutional silence and alleged political cover-ups with clear, confrontational language, framing the song as both a statement and a call toward eventual justice. It’s a rare example of a track that refuses metaphor in favour of clarity.
The musical execution is elevated by collaboration. Matt Antunes delivers a standout multi-instrumental performance, particularly on drums, where his playing injects a loose, human energy into the track’s tightly constructed framework. Co-producer Matt Ricci helps shape the record’s layered sonic identity, ensuring that its intensity never tips into chaos.
Ultimately, ‘Epilogue’ signals a decisive evolution for Scrimshaw Porn. It’s a track that merges political urgency with physical momentum, proving that Helgesen’s songwriting can expand beyond introspection into something more outward-facing, confrontational, and undeniably forceful.
Connecticut wordsmith Suave-Ski returns with an audio burner of high proportions. “Burnin & Learnin” is an all-star track, which includes a guest feature from Hieroglyphics rhyme-sniper Casual and boasts a co-production credit from Dead Perry & Apathy.
A smoked-out concoction of ghostly keys, snappin’ drums and a screwed & chopped vocal sample asking “you want to get high?” the two emcees hold lyrical court. When asked if the song is about a literal or metaphorical high, Suave-Ski responded with “both, in a sense that it’s a reset after a long day of grinding, but also that our music is audio dope for those who want a lift.”
Listen to “Burnin & Learnin” ft. Casual: https://youtu.be/suP7iq0ImwM?si=VDfpDWlDpG5-BKUW
Listen to “Burnin & Learnin” ft. Casual via Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6fjsq79FfqcIhPw0J1Hppa?si=b499a0f9d2714dea
The genesis of the beat is also something special, as its first incarnation only had 808’s in the bass register of the track. Deciding it needed a bass-line, Dead Perry enlisted his comrade Lil Jay (who is a multi-platinum producer in his homeland of Denmark). After laying down the verses, Suave-Ski played the rough mix for emcee legend/Demigodz/Army Of The Pharaohs own Apathy. Speaking on that link-up Suave-Ski explained, “Apathy is a mentor and big brother to me, we’ve been collaborating for years now (both on tracks and tours) and he’s always helped where he can. When I played him the rough mix he said he wanted to add a sample and touch it up, I asked Perry if it was cool and he said absolutely! Apathy did some final executive production on it and mixed it down; the final product came out fire!”
With a decade plus in hip-hop, Suave-Ski has also collaborated with artists including Your Old Droog, Blacastan, Sadat X, GT Garza and Krystal Poppin. A seasoned live performer, in addition to touring with Apathy, he also hit stages across North America with Chris Webby, through Europe with ILL BILL and the Snowgoons and one-offs with Styles P, Dave East and Locksmith. His radio appearances include Statik Selektah’s Show Off Radio, The Punchline Academy and an interview with DJ Drewski (Hot 97). A positive force in his local community, Suave-Ski also holds the honors of Connecticut Arts Hero Award (2021) and CT Top 40 Under 40 (2022).
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