OsamaSon – psykotic

Review

On psykotic, South Carolina’s own OsamaSon channels a raw, unbridled surge of rage and mel-pop introspection, crafting a sonic blitz that refuses to let you blink. With distorted 808s smashing into ethereal synths, the album drops like a bass-bomb in slow motion, and while the aggression hits hard, there’s an unexpected emotional undercurrent peeking through the noise.

Tracks like “Habits” and “FMJ” roar with frenetic energy—OsamaSon’s vocal flurries, pitched-down howls and Auto-Tune warbles carving through the distortion like a blade. In contrast, pieces such as “Get Away” reveal a softer edge; beneath the sonic carnage lies a heart wrestling with desire, isolation and longing. Production across the board—credits including Gyro, Warren Hunter and Lil O—brings sharper variation than his previous work, even if the album occasionally leans a bit too heavily into effect over focus.

psykotic doesn’t reinvent the rage-rap blueprint, but it pushes it deeper into the subterranean, more visceral zones. For listeners who crave music that rattles your speakers and unsettles your mind, it’s a thrilling ride. For others hoping for a melodic anchor or clearer structure, it may feel like being trapped in an avalanche of distortion. - Nia