BABO Leedmer Review 3

The most noteworthy aspect is Irohan's presence. As he chose a new musical direction, he also changed his rap style. He generally delivers his lines with a relaxed tone, then scratches his throat during the highlights, naturally blending into the beat. The narrative has also shifted. Instead of the stories of moving to the city and achieving success that he frequently spoke of a few years ago, he chose 'Babo' (Fool) as the theme, embodying an attitude of letting go of everything he had. "BABO" is a representative track that conveys his ambition to return to his roots based on newfound enlightenment. While the three tracks produced by Ape Oblong clearly showcase distinct sounds, the immersion falters in some songs. "ATT" lowers the tempo and enhances the sense of space to create a heavy atmosphere, but it merely pushes through with a cliché chorus. "0" also uses metallic synthesizers in a wavering pattern to heighten the mood, but the story, which seems to reveal another meaning of 'babo' through human relationships, isn't clearly resolved by the album's end. Rating: 3.5