"Reality, Now," the first single from Flash Poetry's upcoming debut album of the same name, is a rare example of music that is unmistakable. It hits like a well-written verse. The song sets the tone for Nico Lim's big look at life today. It mixes spoken word, hip-hop, psych-rock, and jazz-infused beats to make something that is both old and new.
Lim is more than just a poet, he is a freestyle master who makes philosophy into music. From Naarm/Melbourne. In "Reality, Now," he discusses the myths that govern our lives, such as money, technology, and ego, without sounding like he's trying to teach us a lesson. Instead, he lets the music and his voice do the work, making a soundscape that is both smart and emotional. It is a song that makes you want to dance and think at the same time.
The song makes you feel cool in today's world, but it's not boring at all. Lim's rhythm and clever wordplay prompt the listener to reflect on the relentless pursuit of pleasure and the challenges we face in a world that is overly connected and materialistic. Flash Poetry easily solves the tension between the old and the very new. It makes the philosophical visceral and the introspective rhythmic.
"Reality, Now" is the first clear glimpse into an album that aims to portray the current state of society. We are very excited for the entire album to be released on Friday, November 28. This song makes it clear that Nico Lim is not just watching reality, he is also interpreting it, idea by idea, rhythm by rhythm, for those who are willing to listen.
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