With ‘11:11′, Speech Debelle reaffirms her stature as a vital voice in British Hip Hop.
Showcasing the trademark poise, introspection and lyrical precision which denoted classics like ‘Spinnin”, her latest offering sees Debelle back on imperiously slick form. Over cascading soul samples and crisp beats she unleashes trademark tongue-twisting wordplay, confronting themes from heartbreak to politics with insight and panache.
Yet for all its call-backs, ’11:11′ never feels retrospective. Debelle exhibits creative growth – her nimble flow and mellifluous delivery augmented by a bravado recalling rap’s golden era. With producer Skripture accentuating her natural swagger, Debelle sounds revitalised by the possibilities ahead.
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