Preview: DefDFires // Operation: Zombie Nation
DefDFires // Operation: Zombie Nation
Release: Dec / Jan
Cat No: EMSP004
Label: Emerging Species
UK Zombie hop from DefDFires, intent on making sure society doesn’t rest on it’s laurels in the face of the inevitable …
Blurb //
‘Operation: Zombie Nation’ is the second LP from North London Hip Hop group DefDFires; a conceptual album set in London 2012, making devastating observations about a society on the brink of collapse. Key Skills’ flawless production fuses elements of Grime, Dubstep, Hip Hop, Drum & Bass and Classical to create the perfect assault course for DefDFires to unleash their most controversial, forward-thinking accomplishment to date.
“Some welcome imagination. Check DefDFires if cinematic sounds
and huge production values tickle your fancy.” – Hip Hop Connection
DefDFires’ commentary portrays the views of an outspoken, confused and frustrated generation; expressing the the insanity of modern life, whilst narrating a complete breakdown of order in the city and how its populous deal with the apocalyptic anarchy that follows. More than a socio-political thesis it is a story told through the perspective of an everyday citizen; drawing from a pallet of sci-fi and zombie references to make a picture that is witty and tongue in cheek, but also profoundly personal and brutally honest.
“Bringing some refreshing drama and lyrical content to the game” – UKHH.com
Under its surface of mass culture mockery and electronic filth, the words and sentiment touch on far deeper subjects; examining the effects of living in a control based system alongside man’s obsession with forecasting his downfall. Part babbling conspiracy theorist, part ancient wisdom and universal truth ‘Operation: Zombie Nation’ is both the soundtrack to armageddon and a manifesto for what can come after.
“DefDFires are evidence of the dangers of generalisations… lyrical content that knocks the socks off many other rappers – with intelligence, humour, originality and beats to match.” Ham & High
