Migos Reclaim The Throne on 'CULTURE III' Album

Atlanta's very own rap group, The Migos, make a solid comeback with the release of 'Culture III' and make it clear that they're not going anywhere, anytime soon. The anticipated album is a trilogy of their successful 'Culture' projects, 'Culture' and 'Culture II', which features some heavy hitters in music, from Cardi B, Drake, Justin Bieber, the late Pop Smoke and more. Migos are renowned for their adlibs, melodic and auto tuned vocals. Being considered as trendsetters for their use of ad-libs in Hip-Hop rap and trap music, scene, it's no surprise that the album consists of the iconic Migos rap style.

Following their previous 'Culture' albums, 'Culture III' is a great way for the group to musically reunite and show us that they are very much still in touch with the culture. Although they have been laying low as a group music wise, Offset, Quavo and Takeoff have been focusing on their solo careers, hopping on features and releasing their own respected albums. All in all, the Atlanta superstars have been working hard and Quavo tells us that they've been "making money in quarantine" on 'Vaccine', the 8th song on the album. The album signifies their position in the music scene and their confidence as artists, as well as taking us back to the feel of the debut, triumphant 'Culture' project.

The album is not a disappointment. The single 'Strainghtenin' had already set the tone of the whole album before its release. Quavo who is known for carrying the chorus on mostly every Migos song, does the same on 'Straightnin', and makes sure that anyone who has ever doubted the group or those part of the 'migos fell off' critics know that "ain't nothing but a little bit of straightenin", meaning that they are back harder than ever and actually, have not fell off. From the catchy chorus, to Takeoff's fast pace lyricism and Offset's smooth flows. 'Avalanche' is an authentic, ideal way to open the album as they boast about their success and lifestyle, whilst calmly flexing that they're "Young, Rich and Black", and "Blessed", so what more could they want?

The standout features on the project are from posthumous rappers, Juice WRLD on 'Antisocial' and Pop Smoke on 'Light It Up'. These collaborations cater more to fans of the late rappers, seeing as 'Light It Up' was produced by 808 Melo, the UK drill producer who has consistently worked Pop. This track consists of the bass heavy and familiar bouncy drill sounds.Whereas, 'Antisocial' is evidently darker with the use of violins and sombre instruments, reflecting mostly Juice WRLD's musical style. These work well with the album, as the Migos can literally ride any beat given to them, conveying their versatility. Of course the features give an added touch to the album, but it's the solely-trio tracks like 'Jane' and 'Modern Day' that have enabled each member to deliver hard flows,skillful lyricism, sentimental and melodic vocals, which class 'Culture III' as a favourable Migos album.

Watch Migos' Music Video for Avalanche here:

By Grace Zadi