
30 March 2018 · 9 YEARS
Your Queen Is A Reptile
Sons Of Kemet
The 2018 release Your Queen Is A Reptile utilizes two drummers to maintain a persistent, driving cadence. This foundation echoes the feel of a protest march while incorporating contemporary Afrobeat patterns to honor the power of black women.
Biting horn sections penetrate the thick wall of rhythm, resulting in music that requires active engagement. The band successfully channels the tradition of protest jazz into a high-energy format that remains intellectually and physically demanding throughout the record.