"Odd Future (a truncation of Odd Future Wolf Gang Kill Them All) is an irreverent, against-the-grain, Hip hop group out of California, whose output in 2010 was the subject of much polarizing discussion. Needless to say, material that's heavy on shock value (no Timbo), off-the-beaten-path pyscho-emo ethos and the group's viral savvy has won them a cult following all over world. They remind us of a late 90's Emimen, hungry and savage.
One of OFWGKTA's leading lights happens to be Tyler the Creator. It's hard to believe he still can't legally buy himself an alcoholic bevarage in the US. His darkly emotional, morally disturbing 2010 album Bastard is worshipped by some and we know the arrival of the sophomore set Goblin in April is awaited with great anticipation. Pitchfork called Bastard "among the most stunning things released in the past 12 months."
Presenting a view of what the next generation of hip hop may look like. It may be difficult to fathom for some, but it is difficult to turn away. The beat thumps with minimalist zeal and Tyler annihilates Bruno Mars, has threesomes with raptors, tells Jesus to quit it, has a Xanax trip and has cooking sessions with some overweight ladies... yeah...
That's just the lyrics. We wont tell you what happens to the giant Madagascan cockroach in the video. Proceed to watch at your own risk. A selection from the upcoming album.
Also check out articles in the Village Voice, LA Weekly and New York Times.
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