The latest release from independent artist Chuuwee comes to us in the form of a full length album titled ‘Hear No Equal’. The twelve songs are a container for the exploration of an individual & collective struggle. Touching on gun violence, police violence, the experience of a Black man growing up in the States and the pending change in presidency, Chuuwee paints an image that is akin to a new American anthem. The only way out is through.

The album holds beats that are as hard hitting as the subject matter itself. Never shying away from what he’s done to achieve success, we follow Chuuwee on a journey that is familiar yet incredibly unique. From selling drugs to experiencing loss from violence, we have a front row seat to see exactly what youth looks like in Sacramento, California.

Chuuwee suggests in the peak of the album that ‘Hope’ is the only way to propel oneself forward through darkness. Paired with carefully paced & melodic tunes, the lyrics explore a sense of loss and gain at the same time, creating a parallel and a perpendicular moment. It’s in those crosshairs that we see Chuuwee rise over his struggle & maintain a peaceful headspace - directing others towards the same hope that is referenced throughout the project.

Through tracks like ‘Mxney’ reflecting on the values associated with financial freedom, partnered with ‘Blasphemy’, a track focused on selling weed to make it by, listeners are gifted with moments void of rose colored glasses.

It’s in the last song ‘Raindance’ that we hold space for the loss that is felt as a result of these experiences. There is no way to displace the pain that is felt and the electronic tones of the song mimic that discomfort.

Through heartache we often learn the deepest lessons and it’s clear that even though life has made several attempts to knock Chuuwee off his path, he is dedicated to himself in the kindest fashion. By blazing the trail ahead for other independent artists and creating new anthems for individuals all over the world to celebrate, Chuuwee has inspired the hope that he so carefully speaks on.