In the intricate collaboration between Swindon-born producer Neil Japhtha and the lyrical wordsmith Beg4Cred, "I've Seen Things" unfolds as a mesmerising tapestry, weaving the essence of London's metamorphosis and self-discovery through the ethereal lens of ghosts. The spoken word narrative, delicately interwoven with synth samples and the subtle echoes of field recordings, beckons you into a realm where observations on the city's evolution and the introspection of the self become inseparable.
Beg4Cred's art, like fragments of a profound mosaic, mirrors the nuanced complexity of Japhtha's musical architecture. Each note, a brushstroke of discomfort, paints a canvas of spontaneity, revealing a depth of construction that resonates with both raw emotion and profound reflection.
The engaging discomfort of the composition mirrors the sincerity in the duo's critique, forging a path toward an elusive peace that is sought amidst the shifting shadows of both cityscape and ancestry.
The result is an immersive journey that transcends the conventional, inviting the audience to navigate the labyrinthine corridors of thought and emotion. "I've Seen Things" proves alchemy often occurs when artistic collaboration becomes a vessel for exploring the profound intricacies of existence, both past and present.
Review by Thomas Imposter