Mixing poetry with philosophy and rapping raw, honest lyrics, Data Black speaks of the past, present, future and all things in between in his new EP Simulation.
Simulation is an experimental rap masterpiece structured on a strong foundation of raw honesty and influential lyrics, then soaked in a vast array of sonic textures.
Determined not to give up when life put a few spanners in the works and priding himself on his resilience through the tougher times, Simulation sees Data Black taking on a darker feel than ever before.
From surviving through poverty to learning his truest friends are his own siblings, Simulation is a soundtrack of triumph after a life full of impossible endeavours.
The three-track EP is made up of Phantom (ft. Zvnder pr. Hezz), Witness (pr. Girimoire) and Dawn, which fills your ears with raw, powerful vocals about Data Black’s faith, his suffering and his survival.
With overwhelming support from his family and friends, Data Black has evolved into a trip-hop masterpiece heavy with lyrical meaning, accompanied by fierce beats and shifting textures.
Inspired by the likes of Kanye West, David Bowie and Death Grips, Data Black’s Simulation bounces between the sounds eminent of big name artists, with a fundamental theme of futurism.
For a mood referencing sound heavy with emotion and rich with synth finishes, Simulation is an intensely unembellished soundtrack conveying a deeper, darker message.
If you’re a fan of trip hop or synth-coated rap and are located in either Sydney, Parramatta, Newcastle, Byron Bay, Gold Coast, Brisbane, Melbourne or Perth, keep your eyes peeled for some Australian tour dates which are yet to be released!
