If I were to describe Evolution Fight in one word, it would be “cohesive.” It almost plays like one, 45 minute song more than an album. From start to finish, this album is seamless, and that’s a real credit to the production of Speck and Enoch. However, some listeners may find the beats somewhat monotonous, as almost every song is very slow and laid back; very Nujabes-esque. There are a few exceptions scattered throughout which serve to break up this monotony a bit, but Evolution Fight isn’t an album that will be immediately enjoyed by everybody. There aren’t any real stand out tracks that you’ll find stuck in your head for days, or even any that are particularly memorable at all.
CYNE features two MCs, Cise Starr and Akin, who have drastically different approaches to rapping. Akin’s slow, baritone rhymes are the definition of what laid back, relaxing hip-hop should be. Much like the production, however, he would become monotonous and dull if not for Cise Starr’s much more aggressive sounding verses. Lyrically, neither of them are going to drop many jaws, this album focuses on production first and foremost, with the rapping there to augment the soothing beats. The rhymes focus primarily on politics and philosophy, with many Greek mythology references.
Evolution Fight is an album that has loads of replay value. The parity of the tracks ensures that you’re not going to be skipping many tracks when listening to the album. If you’re looking for an album to play at your next party, I’d look elsewhere. Evolution Fight is best suited to casual, relaxed listening.
Best Tracks: Rousseau, Growing, Arrow of God, Fallen Stars (not present on all versions), Moonlight
Score: 85/100
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