After a three-year break, Japanese rap music star ANARCHY is back with his latest album, LAST, a deeply personal exploration of his evolution as an artist. The 12-track album is steeped in the sounds of 2010s hip-hop, drawing inspiration from Trap rhythms and the smooth grooves of West Coast G-funk. With LAST, ANARCHY returns to his roots while reflecting on his journey from his hometown of Kyoto to his rise in the music industry.
The album opens with the track “9街区1棟,” which delves into his past and the formative moments that have shaped his life and music. This introspective tone sets the stage for the rest of the album, offering listeners an intimate, cinematic experience.
In a shift from his previous work, ANARCHY opts not to feature guest artists but collaborates instead with a diverse group of producers, including ZOT on the WAVE, Chaki Zulu, and KREVA. This creative choice results in minimalistic production, emphasizing ANARCHY’s accessible melodies and allowing his personal storytelling to take center stage.
For ANARCHY, LAST is not an end, but a new beginning. The album’s title acts as a metaphorical reset, embracing the nostalgic sound of 2010s hip-hop while signaling growth and reinvention. With this release, ANARCHY proves that, despite evolving sounds, he remains firmly grounded in his hip-hop roots.
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