Review: Apathy - Wanna Snuggle?

Returning to drop his sophomore album three years after releasing his much awaited debut, the one time shelved Atlantic records artist Apathy has unleashed a bevy of new work that not only showcases his ample talent as a hardcore narrator, but also introduces you to his skills in the field of production.

“Wanna Snuggle” is a twenty one track opus that Ap can truly hang his hat on. Clearly displaying that he’s here to make high brow Hip-Hop and nothing else, the direction of the LP is always pointed toward delivering a message and conveying dope music with feeling. Behind the head nodding production lineup and a minimal list of worthy guest MC’s we’re given the life story of a independent rapper from somewhere in Connecticut, who’s only real agenda seems to be leaving his mark on the game forever, an accomplishment He’s getting dangerously close to….

Early on we hear exactly how Apathy has managed to carve a name out for himself in the business. Joints like “Money Orientated”, “On And Off The Mic” and “Shoot First” all have that unmistakable Golden age swing and sample manipulation in an rejuvenated format. Featuring Ap alongside both a promising young wordsmith in Blacastan and a wily old vet in B-Real, there’s no question that the updated, hardcore, boom bap sound that many a 90’s head has been seeking out will power this LP. Or is there?



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