Kanye West is an artist in every sense of the word. He’s talented, cocky, insecure, and brilliant. This unique fusion can often times cause confusion and a wave of cynicism towards the man’s naturally born talents. After a successful third album to seal the deal of his school themed trio audio journey, it looks as if Mr. West is all grown up now as he embarks on a new terrain of experimental sounds that reminds me at least of how house music sounded like back in the early ’90s. Kanye practically sings in every track, granted his voice is filtered to resemble T-Pain; the man however has a unique vision. Kanye is in a place that is the envy of many artists, he has the ability to recreate himself over and over again and he has the loyal fan base that equally expects him to shape shift and transform. His new album, “808s & Hearbreak” is set to release late November. Of course out goes his flashy Jeremy Scott frames and his loud patent lanvin kicks and in is his subdued tieless door-to-door salesman attire capped with his fabric broken heart mended over his, well, heart. His album art was commissioned by Kaws, another artist who’s subtle commentary on consumerism and capitalism stands on an unsteady platform not yet quite defined as Kaws himself is thriving in wealth and fame from consumers of his work who appreciate his critique. But then again, I suppose this is what art is all about in the end, no?
Courtesy of Evil Monito
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