They Hate Change, the Tampa Bay production/rap duo, recently announced their latest EP, “Wish You Were Here…” This is their first project since their breakout LP, “Finally, New” in 2022. The EP includes five tracks and features collaborations from outside producers, including Wu-Lu, 96Back, DJ Orange Julius, and Vritra of Odd Future/NRK. They Hate Change met all these producers during their travels worldwide. The latest EP is a masterful display of their rap skills and ear for production, building on their sonic omnivore aesthetic, unifying an amalgamation of musical influences.
The EP features a concise and dynamic selection of tracks, all of which capture the duo’s unique style and energy. The duo is well known for their love of rare and radical sounds, their sonic omnivore aesthetic, and their deep-diving approach to music production. The EP is an embodiment of all these qualities. It explores new musical terrain while remaining true to their signature sound.
In a recent interview, the duo identified some of the records that most inspired and shaped their sound. Vonne, one half of They Hate Change, went with records of artists whose catalogs he knows but hadn’t heard in context. He mentioned the B52’s “Wild Planet,” Carol King’s “Really Rosie,” and John Coltrane’s “Giant Steps.” Andre, the other half of the group, mentioned Janet Jackson’s “Control,” Kraftwerk’s “Trans Europa Express,” and De La Soul’s “3 Feet High and Rising.”
“They Hate Change,” has distinguished itself as a creative force in the world of hip-hop. They continue to push the boundaries of the genre with their unique style, incorporating global influences and exploring new creative territory. Their latest EP, “Wish You Were Here…” reflects their artistic vision and establishes the duo as a rising star in the world of hip-hop
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