Something really likeable about the Radar by KDAS Fool is that it gets in your head at the first beat. The song provides this powerful, nodding groove that has a strong and steady rhythm that simply drags you in and like an adhesive does not releases you. It is the type of hip-hop that makes you strain forward and listen more attentively to the minute detail as your head is bobbing almost instinctively.
The actual thing that catches my eye is the sad and catchy melodical hook–this has an emotional quality to it that contrasts perfectly with the aggressive force of the song. That contrast of it is real and adds depth and makes the whole interesting. The vocal performance of spoken-word is clean and powerful, chopping the mix with actual authority and gravitas. The words are clearly audible and this is important when there is something that an artist wants to convey.
This is a very creditworthy production. The mix is very clear with all the elements standing out clearly without any other element getting lost or mixed up. Every element has its location and point, which creates this straightforward, strong, and close feel that flows throughout the song. There is nothing too much or too unnecessary–it is all whittled down to what counts, which makes it lean and mean as far as sonic experiences go.
Here, KDAS Fool has created something contemporary and timeless at the same time. No fat on this track, this is pure, concentrated, hip-hop energy put across with self-confidence and dexterity. It has an emotional edge due to the melancholic tone and it never gets into the depths because of the assertive tone and the crisp production.
Radar is a decent engaging listen that displays true artistic insight and technical prowess. It is hip-hop that makes you think and move at the same time and that is what the best tracks in the genre can actually do. Strong, focused work.