In the post-social-networking era, an artist like Omar-S is not just a rarity, he’s a treasure.
The Detroit-based mastermind stands tall as a daring reminder of how things used to be, how things should be: authentic, exceptional music released on a carefully harvested grassroots label, with no attachment to hype or any incestuous ‘Top Friends’ circles.
Distributed solely off his own back, and diligently monitoring every step (even hand-writing notes on his white labels), Omar-S’ FXHE imprint has become an underground cult of sorts, and his off-kilter productions bang as testament to his vibrant uniqueness. Bringing back the Detroit ethos but shaking up the formula in unimaginable ways, his music and label stand for everything the proud city represented in the past, as well as giving it a bright light for the future.
This 30 minute promo mix by the man may wierd you out a little at first as he drops Hudson Mohawk / Flying Lotus inspired beats but just wait till that familiar detroit goodness starts coming through. You’ll love it.
