Review Summary: Told a guy thought we looked the same, didn't think he'd take offence.
Aussie Hip Hop had a weird period around the early 2010’s where artists started to incorporate a blend of electronic pop and
dubstep inspired beats into their tracks and took a step away from the boom bap and more authentic beats that were a staple in the genre. Artists like 360 were really pushing this change with him dropping tracks over Skrillex beats and it caught on with artist like Pez and Illy going down this path also. Seth was no different when he released his debut album ‘This Was Tomorrow’ which has Seth’s trademark wordplay and delivery mixed with a more electronic approach production wise.
‘This Was Tomorrow’ begins right where his ‘Waiter Minute EP’ left off. ‘Campfire’ opens with a simple guitar riff with Seth dropping bars like nobody’s business followed by a nice hook. At the time, the floor fell out from under me when the second verse kicked in. I wasn’t used to hearing that type of beat with Seth, but I was
ready and embraced the change. The production throughout is a clear cut above anything Seth had released in the past. Despite the production which has incorporated more
bass and synths, he still falls back on some of the more ‘traditional’ type beats with ‘My Scene’, ‘Thanks For Your Hospitality’ and ‘Ink Blot Test’ fitting the bill nicely for fans of his earlier releases.
Lyrical Seth always hits, and his words have been the main driving force as to why I like him. First and foremost, the dude is a
nerd and that’s ok because so am I. ‘Where Was You (When The Dead Come Walkin’)’ tells the story of a office worker whose mundane life is changed when a zombie apocalypse occurs. Seth tells a great story whilst also taking stabs at the 9 to 5 life and the materialistic approach many have. ‘Dear Science’ has Seth referencing all the things in the Future that movies lied to us about, more specifically the hover board from the
amazing Back To The Future. ‘Langolier’s Banquet’ is a clever title referencing the Stephen King novel and lyrically Seth is taking a harsh look at himself and what he has achieved in his own life.
References aside, Seth’s at his best when he looks past himself and at the world around him. ‘Ten Places’ detailing the breakdown of a relationship and how things can be misinterpreted. ‘Thank You For Your Hospitality’ being a funny take on leaving your job and ‘Float Away’ at the time being somewhat of an anthem for me and how I was living my own life.
‘This Was Tomorrow’ really is a complete and tight listen. Seth doesn’t outstay his welcome and the change in production kept my ears very intrigued as I was unsure what the next track was going to hold on first listen. Coming back to it now, over 10 years later, I find myself connecting with
I could tell 'em what's on my mind, Or I could just float away more then ever.
