Malaki links up with J a r J a r J r in ‘Head Highs’
District and Jameson Black Barrel share the same affinity for cutting edge music culture and with that in mind, we thought who better to team up with to explore the intersection of jazz and hip hop. As part of the Jameson Black Barrel Smooth Series we’re examining the developments that are propelling new acts to the forefront and talking to the innovators leading the jazzy revolution. You can purchase Jameson Black Barrel here. Please drink Jameson Black Barrel responsibly. Visit drinkaware.ie
Malaki links up with J a r J a r J r in ‘Head Highs’
Words: Dylan Murphy
The Dublin rapper showcases his softer side on the smokey new single.
In a collaboration that makes too much sense, Malaki has teamed up with Cork production wizard J a r J a r J r for ‘Head Highs’.
The jazzy cut sees Malaki rap at a walking pace over a smooth and sensual instrumental, with the single marking the follow up to his powerful track ‘The Riddler’.
Sharing DNA with the jazz-influenced rap of contemporaries like Kojaque, the rapper and poet is showcasing his versatility and returning to a similar style that we were introduced to on ‘Fair Play’.
Speaking about the track, Malaki says, “Intimate moments are birthed from love. Those moments of pure bliss we truly treasure forever. ‘Head Highs’ tries to capture some of those moments and the feelings that exist within them, no matter the brevity of time.”
The video for the track has cameos from the Chamomile Records crew and was shot across London earlier in the summer.
Watch the video for ‘Head Highs’ below:
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District and Jameson Black Barrel share the same affinity for cutting edge music culture and with that in mind, we thought who better to team up with to explore the intersection of jazz and hip hop. As part of the Jameson Black Barrel Smooth Series we’re examining the developments that are propelling new acts to the forefront and talking to the innovators leading the jazzy revolution. You can purchase Jameson Black Barrel here. Please drink Jameson Black Barrel responsibly. Visit drinkaware.ie
