Jeremih
“Late Nights” (Chopped & Screwed)
Late Nights with Jeremih (Chopped & Screwed by Kp’da Truth)
The artist formerly (and probably still) known as Mr. Birthday Sex’s mixtape Late Nights with Jeremih has been one of my surprise releases of the year. Clearly taking cues from the new breed of experimental R&B artists (ie the Weeknd, Frank Ocean), the Chicago native unleashes a potent sound made up of his traditional radio roots, seductive croon, palpable hip-hop edge, and the progressive influences of the aforementioned artists. Buoyed by a pair of undeniable singles — “Go to the Mo” and “773 Love” — the mixtape is solid all the way through and excellent in places, notably on the disc’s excellent de facto title track. Heady, atmospheric, and infectious, it’s among the best things he’s ever done and is easily one of the best R&B tracks of the year. Download the mixtape for free, here.
Jeremih: “Late Nights” [Chopped & Screwed]
Also, here’s the “Late Nights” video.
