Name: Viridi Panem
Brand: Crimeapple

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

CD-FB5194

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Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2019-11-08

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Fatbeats

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

659123519427

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1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Crimeapple

Genre US

Hip Hop

Label US

Fat Beats Records

Crimeapple is a highly talented and versatile artist who has made a name for himself in the music industry. With his unique style and captivating lyrics, he has gained a loyal fan base worldwide. Crimeapple's music effortlessly blends various genres, showcasing his creativity and passion for creating innovative sounds. His powerful storytelling ability allows listeners to connect with his songs on a deep level. Whether it's through his thought-provoking lyrics or infectious beats, Crimeapple continues to push boundaries and redefine what it means to be an artist.

With several successful projects under his belt, Crimeapple has proven time and again that he is here to stay. His dedication to his craft is evident in every track he releases, as he consistently delivers high-quality music that resonates with fans of all backgrounds. From introspective ballads to energetic anthems, Crimeapple showcases his versatility as an artist by exploring different themes and styles.

Crimeapple's impact extends beyond just the music itself; he also uses his platform to shed light on important social issues. Through collaborations with other artists and involvement in community initiatives, he strives to make a positive difference in the world around him. With each new release, Crimeapple continues to captivate audiences with his raw talent and unwavering commitment to pushing artistic boundaries.

CRIMEAPPLE's Viridi Panem is a deep dive into the complex dynamics of the eternal paper chase. "It's a conceptual piece about capitalism, greed and excess," says the charismatic heavy-bearded New Jersey-based MC, who adds that the album’s title translates from Latin into "Green Bread." The eight track project rolls out like a modern film noir starring a protagonist making connections with models in Medellín, splurging through fine dining scenarios, and navigating his way through a cast of aspirational characters lured into a clandestine contraband realm. Viridi Panem builds on the buzz of this summer's Medallo album, which CRIMEAPPLE cut with Cypress Hill figurehead DJ Muggs. Before making moves with hip-hop legends and collaborating with modern scene leaders like the Griselda Records camp, CRIMEAPPLE announced his talent with a relentless freestyle on Statik Selektah's Shade45 radio show back in 2017. That move paved the way for a run of four breakthrough EPs—including the Halloween-inspired Sweet Dreams and the Street Fighter-themed Perfect franchise—all produced by CRIMEAPPLE's long-time cohort Buck Dudley, who also masterminds the complete sonic backdrop to latest sureshot Viridi Panem. The dark and intoxicating world depicted on Viridi Panem is relayed by CRIMEAPPLE in captivating fashion. His intricate flows mix up vivid imagery with bursts of rapid-fire syllable spitting and splashes of Spanish slang that represent the MC's Colombian heritage. CRIMEAPPLE's graphic bars are matched by Buck Dudley's beats, which conjure a shadowy, danger-fraught atmosphere through the use of eerie wavering synths, echo-enhanced snares and growling bass tones. Bringing a touch of hip-hop history to the project, on "Entenmann's" and "Alium" CRIMEAPPLE interpolates vintage Bad Boy and Notorious B.I.G. lyrics, paying respect to a previous generation of paper chasers and letting the world know it's always been about the Benjamins.

Viridi Panem

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