Hip-hop Bollywood…
Bollywood hip-hop?
I’ve never heard these two words put together…but I like the premise of it…and I don’t even need to imagine how it would sound…because Hafto, the rising hip-hop star from Dallas, Texas, USA has already released a 3 track EP titled “I Wish I Knew”, fusing these genres together and greeting something new out of it.
Hafto is focused on making a fresh experience, exploring uncharted musical territories and uncover sonic fusions that haven’t been brought to light…he wants to make the musical experience for anyone to be a unique journey.
“I Wish I Knew” starts out with the song “Yeh Raat”…it serves both as an intro to the EP and an expectation setter to what kind of journey you’re about to embark on.
“Yeh Raat” is a fusion between old Bollywood music samples and an R&B/hip-hop beat with Hafto’s vocal flow.
Moving onto the second track “Kaash”, this is a more aggressive track, booming bass, edgier beats, more ethnic riffs playing in the background…this one has more ‘in your face’ music…
The melodic hook playing here is very catchy and will stick to the soul for some time to come.
The third track is “Jaanta” could be the most layered song in the “I Wish I Knew” EP…with many layers to its composition…many ambient layers, ethnic riffs, beats, narration-style vocals by Hafto…it feels rich with its layering and its storytelling elements.
“I Wish I Knew” is a storytelling experience EP, told through 3 songs that have a very unique and charismatic presence blending hip hop and Bollywood music, something you might not see elsewhere, check Hafto’s music out, it’s different, it’s fresh.
Hafto, we wish you all the best in life and we can’t wait to see what you have next for the world.
Cheers!