Koine Castro “Ignoramus”

Standing out is a tall order for most in this complacent ridden, contemporary climate. Fusing elements of Alternative R&B, HipHop, and Neo-Soul the Los Angeles native cunningly spews conundrums unearthing her own lexicon on her latest EP titled “Ignoramus”. The EP is eclectic, acute, and salacious and finds the California artist in quest of psychedelic experiences utilizing unconventional exotic methods. Although, it’s a small sample size this EP allots her ample time to disclose her versatility, creativity, and distinguishing quality that makes this listening experience memorable. 

“CBD” With rattling percussions that sounds as if they were transported from the 90s the opening salvo makes a provocative statement. A trance induing production the rhythm swings like a pendulum and Koine Castro’s vocals serenades the listener into a deep state of euphoria while crooning “The time is now, we wind down, won’t you relax, won’t you relax”. The lascivious recording finds the Los Angeles artist opting for pleasurable exchanges over Cannabidiol. 

“Prosecco” is driven by filtered rhodes and an awkwardly intriguing plodding bass line this recording is quirky and vibrant. Koine Castro’s melodic flows are magnetic yet eccentric assiduously pulling you into her creation. 

Equipped with her own unique cadence she raps “I don’t do no Coca, but I might just hit your line” delivering metaphors that are nuanced and sublime. Using personification as her instrument of communication she cunningly references her love interest as intoxicating substances. On this particular recording her muse takes on the form of a wine, creating a thematic stream. 

“Sandwiches” is laced with an obnoxious kick drum that’s obtuse and in your face. The California artist switches up the tempo spewing rhymes in rapid succession. This finds her marinating in her grandeur as she caters to the beat’s aesthetic. On “Sandwiches” she elaborates on her detest for people who play the middle. 

“Whatever You Like” is a hard hitting, rousing, ruckus anthem. Her presence offers up a self defiant rebel accosting persona. The Los Angeles artist nonchalantly narrates a caveat for all adversaries on the lurk. 

 Being an anomaly requires courage and that’s exuded throughout this opus. The production style is dense utilizing synth basses employed in a lot of 90s HipHop records. The style offered provides a unique palette for the Los Angeles artist to illustrate her idiosyncratic style. Filled with witty wordplay and poetic techniques. This album is doused in complexity and purposefully contradicts what the title suggests. Exhilarating and rich in culture Koine Castro creates a culture all of her own on “Ignoramus”.