In a world where Kendrick Lamar exists, it often seems as though no other rapper will ever reach that G.O.A.T. status again. Fear not - this is where KAMAU comes in. His latest single, ‘MăNDŭRĭN’, is a three minute twenty-six second capsule of exactly why you should be placing your bets on this Brooklyn-via-D.C. storyteller. The words of Kamau Mbonisi Kwame Agyeman reflect his universal awareness, with thought-provoking lyricism and stylistic diversity that range from soulful, distanced pondering to vengeful rap shouts. This variety extends into the instrumentals and production; a constantly altering tempo, heavy beats, trap, gospel keys, playful electronic melodies, serious bass rhythms, and you can’t ignore that violent gun shot. That’s the great motivator behind Kamau’s music - its social commentary, highlighting issues that we shouldn’t ignore, although often do. ‘MăNDŭRĭN’ is the first single since the American up-and-comer’s recent mixtape, TheKAMAU-CASSETTE: ŭRTH GōLD, and it signals the tireless creation of KAMAU - a true talent in the age of manufactured music. - HT