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HERBERT is a rare "comeback" album that actually exceeds expectations. It doesn't just re-establish Ab-Soul as the "Abstract Ass-Kicker"; it matures him. He traded some of the cryptic metaphors for raw honesty, and in doing so, created his most relatable and powerful work to date.
: He tackles the immense weight of personal loss, specifically the passing of his close friend and TDE architect, Doe Burger, and his own near-fatal suicide attempt.
The production on HERBERT is arguably the most polished and versatile of his career. It manages to feel both "TDE-classic" and modern.
: Producers like Sounwave and DJ Premier provide a soulful, boom-bap foundation that allows Soul’s lyricism to breathe.
: A perfect fusion of his philosophical musings and his life story, set against a laid-back, atmospheric beat. The Verdict
: From the jazz-infused "MOONSHOOTER" to the high-energy "MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE," the album maintains a cohesive "dusty but hi-fi" aesthetic. Standout Moments
: The emotional heart of the album. It’s a hauntingly honest track about depression and the conscious choice to keep living.
HERBERT is a rare "comeback" album that actually exceeds expectations. It doesn't just re-establish Ab-Soul as the "Abstract Ass-Kicker"; it matures him. He traded some of the cryptic metaphors for raw honesty, and in doing so, created his most relatable and powerful work to date.
: He tackles the immense weight of personal loss, specifically the passing of his close friend and TDE architect, Doe Burger, and his own near-fatal suicide attempt.
The production on HERBERT is arguably the most polished and versatile of his career. It manages to feel both "TDE-classic" and modern.
: Producers like Sounwave and DJ Premier provide a soulful, boom-bap foundation that allows Soul’s lyricism to breathe.
: A perfect fusion of his philosophical musings and his life story, set against a laid-back, atmospheric beat. The Verdict
: From the jazz-infused "MOONSHOOTER" to the high-energy "MESSAGE IN A BOTTLE," the album maintains a cohesive "dusty but hi-fi" aesthetic. Standout Moments
: The emotional heart of the album. It’s a hauntingly honest track about depression and the conscious choice to keep living.
