Anyone who has ever heard of the rap/punk rock group the Kottonmouth Kings (KMK) knows one thing, they love marijuana. For over ten years now the pro-weed act has released numerous albums focused on the legalization of cannabis, partying, and living life to the extreme. Cloud Nine, their latest release, continues the trend with a hip hop / punk rock collection featuring a plethora of special guests certain to entertain the fans. The CD was released on the KMK record label, Suburban Noize.
Before I even start talking about this CD I have to say now that although I once may have experimented with Mother Nature’s leafy green herb, I can honestly say it is not my thing, although I have nothing against people who choose to smoke the ganja. As discovered on Wikipedia, it is estimated that about four percent of the world's adult population use cannabis annually, and 0.6 percent daily. For all of those who engage in it, just try not to get caught. With that said let’s talk about KMK and Cloud Nine.
After the first two KMK albums (Royal Highness & High Society), I stopped listening to KMK. Perhaps it was because I was growing old, or maybe because I felt that their later albums were becoming too hardcore rap. Regardless, after I listened to this CD I can honestly say that KMK has gotten back to their roots. There is a huge mixture of genres on this CD including rap, punk, and even a little rasta.
Tracks like “Controlled Substance” remind me how this band has come a long way. The beats and flow of lyrics are well defined. After hearing “Livin’ Proof,” I was happy to see the punk rock styles of KMK appear on the disc. It’s more thrash speed punk and it is right up my alley.
The track “Think For Yourself” had to be skipped as ICP was a special guest. Everyone out there has bands they love, and bands they can not listen to. ICP happens to be a group that I have had enough of and do not care to hear anymore. For all you Juggalos out there, I hope you do not take offense. It is just not my deal.
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