Sean Delaney, who hails from Hudson, New York, gives us “Took A Ride,” creating an opening chapter to a story that seems both lived-in and grapples with timelessness. This is not your typical hip-hop album; it is part of American Flòwk, the movement Delaney invented that combines raw, old-school bars with the warmth of folk-like storytelling. However, that blend of folk and hip-hop gives “Took A Ride” its undeniable authenticity. The production is nostalgic, with steady drums and sleepy acoustic colours, and Delaney is delivering the verses candidly, reflectively, grounded, and proud of his upbringing.
Delaney is rewriting what modern hip-hop storytelling looks like and reminding listeners that real art creates movements. "Took A Ride" is a declaration from an artist who has personally experienced and embodied each line. There is something almost cinematic about how Delaney captures his verses. You are almost able to see the dusty roads and neon lights and hear the ghosts of mixtape days echoing behind the music. It's about freedom and finding peace in the ride itself.
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