The first full-length record from female emcee Chelsea Reject is faithful to the roots of female-fronted hip-hop, blending jazzy production with R&B hooks and slick rap verses. The production here is rife with positive vibes and jazzy synths that really gives the album a laid-back and smooth feeling. The guest spots here are used to optimum proficiency, whether it's Kirk Knight's introspective rapping as seen on "47", or Atownomas' trap-influenced chanting on "So High". Chelsea herself is quite good, dropping some really tight verses on this thing, especially on a small, yet impressive track "Tree". The quality of this record is notable, as it starts at a high level and never wavers from that point throughout the whole thing. There may not be a track I'd classify as a standout, but there are definitely some wonderful songs to be heard from this record. If you're looking for some more great hip-hop this year, or just want a record with some good vibes, look no further than CMPLX.
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