The Frst’s new single “Medicated Kisses” is a full-on hip-hop x nu-metal assault while featuring an all-star line-up with Detroit legend Obie Trice and D12’s Bizarre.
The Frst mastermind, Mikei Gray throws down with the heavyweights. Obie Trice steps up first, laying siege with his signature deep, thick voice dripping with intimidating glory and a commanding tone. The Frst’s Gray counters with his own brand of husky fire, soaring energetically and anthemically belting out swooning vocalizations over the churning instrumentation. And then there’s Bizarre, dropping razor-sharp verses that cut through the mix like a lyrical switchblade.
The lyrical firepower on this track is enough to melt steel. Their insanely dynamic and hard-hitting rendering will keep you hooked and allow you to put them to perspective.
The music itself is a headbanger’s dream. Grinding guitars churn out distorted riffs, as the drums pound with relentless persistence. “Medicated Kisses” is so modern yet timeless with rock, metal and hip-hop melting into a contagious collision, leaving the edges sharp and furious. It’s a soundscape that’s equal parts gritty, gnarly, and exhilarating.
The Frst has already shared the stage with some heavy hitters like Portugal. The Man, Sublime With Rome, even Florida Georgia Line. With the star-studded “Medicated Kisses,” Mikei Gray has just thrown down a gauntlet to the entire music scene. If you are into gnarled-up fury, you are right in place with The Frst. So stay in the loop.
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Review by Naomi Joan