Clipping

Clipping

experimental hip-hop

United States Est. 2009

About

Sound in a sentence: "Layered layers of clattering percussive elements create an unsettling yet hypnotic intensity, driving an experience that feels urgent and demanding."
Clipping matters for its radical approach to the conventions of hip-hop, challenging both lyrical and sonic expectations. By merging visceral storytelling with intricate soundscapes, they carve out a space that feels both immediate and disorienting, reflecting the complexities of contemporary life.
Clipping matters for its radical approach to the conventions of hip-hop, challenging both lyrical and sonic expectations. By merging visceral storytelling with intricate soundscapes, they carve out a space that feels both immediate and disorienting, reflecting the complexities of contemporary life. Their music resonates within a cultural landscape that demands reflection on violence, identity, and societal structures, prompting listeners to confront uncomfortable truths. Their process is characterized by a willingness to embrace noise and abstraction while maintaining a fierce commitment to narrative. Clipping often employs unconventional structures and experimental production techniques, creating a tension between rhythm and chaos. This innovative approach not only redefines what hip-hop can be but also invites exploration of its underlying themes in new and provocative ways. Lyrically, Clipping frequently delves into dark narratives, examining personal and systemic trauma through a lens that balances irony with sincerity. Their writing employs vivid imagery and a cinematic quality, making each track feel like a short film that captures raw emotions and stark realities. The interplay of their sharp, aggressive vocal delivery against complex backdrops amplifies the urgency of their messages.

Discography

7 releases • 7 studio • 2013–2019
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