Tapdance

Joyner Lucas spazzes out on "Tapdance," produced by Boi-1da and Vinylz, as heard on OVO Sound Radio.

BYAngus Walker
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The two special guests on tonight's episode of OVO Sound Radio are both among Drake's most prized producers: Vinylz and Boi-1da. Both of their mixes consisted mostly of classic tracks and gems pulled from their own catalogs, though Boi-1da came through with the premiere of an exciting new track from recent Atlantic signee Joyner Lucas: "Tapdance." As they often do, both Boi-1da and his co-host share in the song's production. When it sees an official release, "Tapdance" will be Lucas's first new track since "I'm Sorry," a bold confrontation with the reality of suicide -- premiered with an arresting music video

Boi-1da has been a supporter of Lucas, and he's a strong cosign for the Massachusetts rapper to have, as proven by "Tapdance." Instead of the detailed narratives of "I'm Sorry," "Tapdance" is more of a showcase of Lucas's ability to spazz on a track and stay on his toes while freestyling at breakneck speed. The hook, which is really like a verse in itself, becomes catchier each time it comes around. A dangerous lyricist has entered the game... 

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<b>Feature &amp; News Contributor</b> Brooklyn via Toronto writer and music enthusiast. Angus writes reviews, features, and lists for HNHH. While hip-hop is his muse, Angus also puts in work at an experimental dance label. In the evenings, he winds down to dub techno and Donna Summer.