Ancient Future is the new debut album by Cyrus Malachi, one arm of the
mighty Triple Darkness crew that filled the void left by the now defunct
Terra Firma. For those who don't know, Cyrus and his crew are the
crowned heirs to Wu-Tang proteges Sunz of Man. In similar deft fashion
they take on the subjects of trife life city livin', nefarious street
activity, and a society mercilessly under The Man's boot.
Production is kept in the capable hands of Beat Butcha, Jon phonics and Chemo amongst others. Relatively unknown and notable newcomer Anatomy has crafted one of the illest beats on the album; 'Black Maria' which tells the harrowing story of Cyrus' incarceration. M9, Kyza and Iron Braydz are all welcome guests but one can’t help feeling that help from across the pond could've been chosen with more diligence; Cyrus would find natural and more skilled allies in Hell Razah, Roc Marc and Milano than with what’s currently on offer.
Cyrus' words have never been more apt or prophetic than on 'Brave New World', describing a dystopian world at war with itself. Worthy contrast comes on 'Duality', a beam of romantic optimism that cuts through the more hellish depictions on the album. Other highlights include 'Animal Circus' - a detailed and tragic account of the evolution of the hip hop scene as well as 'Kemetic Love' a portrayal of family hardship and struggle.
Ancient Future is a welcome debut from a rapper serious about his lyrics and aware of his audience.
The album is a solid set with moments of excellence that justify anticipation for it's release.
Cyrus Malachi and Triple darkness have reaffirmed themselves as ones to watch carefully in 2011.
Production is kept in the capable hands of Beat Butcha, Jon phonics and Chemo amongst others. Relatively unknown and notable newcomer Anatomy has crafted one of the illest beats on the album; 'Black Maria' which tells the harrowing story of Cyrus' incarceration. M9, Kyza and Iron Braydz are all welcome guests but one can’t help feeling that help from across the pond could've been chosen with more diligence; Cyrus would find natural and more skilled allies in Hell Razah, Roc Marc and Milano than with what’s currently on offer.
Cyrus' words have never been more apt or prophetic than on 'Brave New World', describing a dystopian world at war with itself. Worthy contrast comes on 'Duality', a beam of romantic optimism that cuts through the more hellish depictions on the album. Other highlights include 'Animal Circus' - a detailed and tragic account of the evolution of the hip hop scene as well as 'Kemetic Love' a portrayal of family hardship and struggle.
Ancient Future is a welcome debut from a rapper serious about his lyrics and aware of his audience.
The album is a solid set with moments of excellence that justify anticipation for it's release.
Cyrus Malachi and Triple darkness have reaffirmed themselves as ones to watch carefully in 2011.
For more from Cyrus Malachi check the free downloadable mixtape 'The Isis Papers' here.
