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Is keeping it less than 100 the realest thing you can do? Berlin-by-way-of-Brooklyn rapper Stimulus makes the case that the ways in which you aren’t 100% are what define you, make you unique, and ultimately empower you. He kicks off the track trying to push away self-doubt with the line “I got woes. And they keep me on my toes…keep my mind off these ‘no’s.” His identity gains focus line-by-line throughout the track, realizing that no one is really 100% at all times. London area producer K, LE MAESTRO creates a masterful confluence of sounds to support Stimulus’ rapping. Twinkling piano, civil rights samples, and a steady raindrop drum rhythm pace Stim’s reflections on his imperfections  – being “semi.” Fans of Joey Bada$$, Bas and modern, introspective hip hop are going to vibe with “sEMi.” Stimulus’ art direction is also super tight – take a quick spin through his recent[...]

Brooklyn-born, Berlin-based Stimulus blends house and hip hop on his buzzy new single “swiTCH.” The DJ/rapper’s been making waves throughout the city, first discovered by Mark Ronson and then featured on Sway in the Morning. Combining “Brookyln raps and Berlin beats,” “swiTCH” juxtaposes Stim’s laid back, spoken word delivery with an enchanting house beat and some fuzzy indie synths. You can throw this on your house mix as well as study beats – Stim’s got range. Lyrically, he challenges the technocrats; questioning the influence of algorithms and social media on our opinions and encouraging living in the physical world. “swiTCH” even features a delightful horn section down the home stretch – elevating an already-catchy track into something more dynamic. Listen to more from Stimulus on Spotify and check out more exciting new artists on our Underground Hip Hop playlist.