Missouri super-group The Russian Hack Job have spent a considerable amount of time producing and writing music for others, but now — for the first time — are concentrating on their own music. Their self-titled EP is in the works, and their first drop from the project, “James Harden (Riding Rockets),” is an exciting look (and listen) at what’s to come.
The group — made up of emcees AcidTone and Tripp, as well as producer Makarov — delivers a hazy high (as fuck) anthem that was a focal point of our 4:20 here at the office. “James Harden riding on a rocket … Martians driving in the cockpit,” Makarov chants in the chorus. AcidTone and Tripp have differing, yet complimentary cadences that play well off of each other.
Makarov, who has a healthy track record of crafting regional hits and working with some heavy hitting producers in the game like Trakstarz and Vassal Benford, comes through with a bassy banger with a spacey distorted vocal sample that is absolutely banging. It’s built for late night cruising with the windows down; the vibe is delicious.
There is no set release date for the full project just yet, but this first single is dripping with promise; get on board with this trio.
Early.
