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Comic Sins

Beton.Hofi's first mixtape delivers on the promise built by his previous tracks: Comic Sins has everything that's great about new wave rap, but it also fills in what has been missing from the genre in Hungary so far. It manages to speak the language of both the streets and the university, pop and rap, deliver intimate rap vocals with autotune, and play with trap's "Hunglish" (Hungarian-English mix) at such a high level that it's rare in the genre.

PLAYBÁNIA

On his second album titled PLAYBÁNIA, now as an established artist, he once again guides us through the gritty nightlife of Budapest, carrying all the frustrations that come with fame on his shoulders. With this album, Beton.Hofi continues to push his own musical and lyrical boundaries while digging even deeper into his unique style. The record not only captures the chaotic, disorderly atmosphere of the city but also serves as a critical mirror reflecting the tensions between modern Hungarian society and the artist's world.

TThe lyrics are a blend of razor-sharp observations, sarcastic humor, and melancholic honesty, while the musical foundations traverse the boundaries of trap, hip-hop, and electronic music, adding new colors to the palette of Hungarian alternative music.

0

Beton Hofi's latest album, 0, marks the third installment in his discography, following comic sins and PLAYBÁNIA. Released on March 8, 2024, the album features 20 tracks, including two interludes, and showcases collaborations with artists like Pogány Induló, Hundred Sins, and VZS. The album is dedicated to his loved ones, friends, and his late mother, reflecting a deeply personal journey. Musically, 0 offers a diverse range of styles, from reggaeton-inspired beats to intricate instrumental layers, though some tracks suffer from uneven vocal integration and repetitive elements. Thematically, Beton Hofi explores topics like sexuality, addiction, and personal growth, with standout moments in tracks like Sofia Copolla and Tükörterem. While the album maintains a strong narrative cohesion, its latter half introduces progressive shifts that, while innovative, slightly disrupt the overall flow.