‘Bappi Lahiri’ – Pataka Boys

‘Bappi Lahiri’ takes its title from the name of the renowned singer, composer and record producer, known for popularising Disco in India. Kartik’s sample-heavy production on the track calls back to Golden Era instrumentals from the US whilst simultaneously incorporating musical sensibilities from his native land. Both PAV4N and Sonnyjim’s verses are brimming with tales of opulent adventure, particularly leaning into their heritage and experiences in India, with Sonnyjim rapping ‘I push the sheesh in the pitta/ On the back of a rickshaw, sipping an elixir’. M.O.N.G.O, a founding member of legendary UK crew Mud Fam delivers a similarly content-rich guest verse, his gruff vocal tone adding another pleasing textural element to the track.