Darwin continues to make strides that other rising artists only dream about. His tonality isn’t like most of the modernized selection of music. Instead, it resides in a billowing baritone that is layered to meld with the instrumentation behind it. Following up after “Shooters” dropped in October, “Downplay” is a refreshing new take on what Darwin brings to the table.
It’s interesting to see such a young artist bleed a heavy sense of identity when he presents his music to the public. And already in his brief career, you see an adolescent moving calculated, unlike many of his peers. Marvy handled the production, crafting a steady canvas for our protagonist to paint.
The mood is unrelenting, and dark but filled with unwavering confidence from top to bottom. One cannot act surprised when 408 Darwin shows out and has a stellar 2023, so peep the gas below.
