MIDAS MIND has returned with two singles in the lead up to the release of his debut EP - ‘COMING UP’. He’s paired them with his popular ‘AUCKLAND WEATHER FREESTYLE’ video
The Glen Eden-native gives a taste of what to expect from his upcoming debut EP
with ‘2SICK’ which was released September 23,
followed by ‘NO HAT NO PLAY’ out October 14.
His Westie accent and hyperactive lyricism over bassy, bouncy, EDM-influenced beats creates a one of a kind sound that is as equally suited to an international festival stage, as it is to a local West Auckland garage.
MIDAS MIND first single ‘2SICK’ is a high energy exploration of what makes him unique. Initially flexing his rhyming prowess, the song evolves to reveal the root of his rapping ability to be something less than appealing, and definitely not something you want to catch.
‘NO HAT NO PLAY’ is about unapologetic self-expression, and asks the question “do I have to lie to rap?”, while simultaneously proving that, no, you don’t. And in fact, you can make a whole crowd dance while you’re at it.
Born and raised at the foothills of the Waitākere Ranges, MIDAS MIND lived on the border of two different worlds. The rugged, wild west coast on one side, and the temptations of big city suburbia on the other. From far too young, beach and bush collided with drugs and sex, and Midas gained a lifetime of stories and some pretty harsh lessons by his mid-twenties.
Driven by a focus on mental health and a passion for his community, MIDAS MIND explores the more enjoyable aspects of his journey on his EP ‘COMING UP’.
You can see MIDAS MIND performing LIVE on December 2nd, with more details to be announced soon.