STEVE DRIVE - SUPER TRAPSTAR [71%]

"Emerging Artist Steve Drive Takes the Spotlight with 'Super Trapstar'"

Steve Drive, a rising artist from Woolwich, South East London, has captured the attention of music enthusiasts with over 30K monthly Spotify listeners. His latest track, "Super Trapstar", recently premiered on the widely acclaimed platform GRM Daily. The accompanying music video, crafted by Cashstack, employs rapid edits, an abundance of flashes and film burns, creating a visually intense experience that, at times, challenges the viewer's focus.

The video lacks a clear creative narrative but does showcase Steve Drive transitioning from the trap scene to cruising in a Lamborghini, surrounded by other luxury cars. The predominantly performance-based video features scenes in an abandoned apartment, with Drive adorned in white gloves and holding a burner phone, engaged in the count of money with a machine, the cash neatly wrapped in elastic bands.

The track itself starts with a faint melodic intro, accompanied by an ethereal Super Trap beat produced by Cage Got That Cold, a UK trap producer steadily securing his position in the industry. The production is characterised by a plethora of synths, layered with a repetitive piano loop. The beat exhibits creative 808 rolls and modern trap drums, leaving enough space for Steve Drive to navigate through pockets with finesse.

The title, "Super Trapstar," cleverly plays on two sides of Drive's persona - the Super Trapstar representing the streets and the Supertrap Star representing his musical identity. This duality is evident in lines like "n****s keep approaching is he a pagan or supporter," reflecting the challenges of balancing street life with a rising music career.

The track maintains a consistent narrative, delivered through Steve Drive's euphonious flows and melodies. The well-structured lyrics showcase his intricate writing ability, providing energy even in a relaxed and unexaggerated tone. Steve Drive touches on various themes, including money, luxury, street life, overcoming poverty, personal growth, relationships, and dealing with doubters.

"Super Trapstar" offers listeners a glimpse into Steve Drive's life before fame, revealing experiences and a lifestyle that shaped him as an artist. The track exhibits strengths in production, narrative coherence and Drive's lyrical prowess, while also highlighting areas with potential for improvement.

DUB 5 Review Score: 71%

Note: The review score reflects the track's overall impact, production quality, lyrical content and authenticity within the context of the genre.