DJ Sliink comes through with a solid new project titled "Bricks to the 6 EP" As one of the pioneers of "Toronto Trap" music, Sliink delivers 6 tracks that showcase his skills as both a producer and curator of talent.
The production throughout is dark, moody and gritty - fitting for the trap genre. Sliink layer synths and ominous melodies over tight 808 patterns. Standout beats include "Hol' Up" with its eerie vocal sample and "Freak It" with its crawling, sinister rhythm.
Feature-wise, Sliink taps artists closely associated with both Toronto and Atlanta scenes. Highbridge the Label reps Pressa and Baka join in from the 6ix, while Atlanta's Baby Drillaa, Peso Peso and Strick also slide through. The collaborations work well, with all parties delivering memorable verses.
Standout tracks include "Hol' Up" with Pressa going off, "Freak It" with a nasty hook from Baka, and "Who I Know" where Sliink, Strick and Peso Peso trade bars. "Street N!gga" is another highlight, riding a driving, ominous beat.
Overall, "Bricks to the 6" is a cohesive effort that showcases Sliink's production talents and curation skills. He taps the right collaborators over dark, cinematic beats fitting of the trap genre. Fans of both Toronto and Atlanta scenes will find plenty to enjoy here. With Bricks to the 6, Sliink further cements his place among the vanguard of Canadian hip hop.