Though RDGLDGRN are often classified as a hip-hop act, they’ve garnered quite a bit of buzz from some famous alt-rock mainstays. The trio’s mix of rap, reggae, and indie rock originally caught the ear of��Dave Grohl, who took the band up on their offer to play drums on last year’s self-titled debut. Since then, they’ve gone on to share bills with 311 and Sublime With Rome and landed a spot at last summer’s Warped Tour. Now, they’re prepping a new, self-released EP that’s due out later this fall.
In anticipation, RDGLDGRN have shared “Turn”. The up-tempo track showcases the band’s knack for composing smooth, meandering tracks with a beach party vibe, as the slow-moving bass juxtaposes nicely with the shuffling drums and shimmering guitar embellishments. Ironically, the mellow track offers some criticism to those with a laid-back approach to life, as frontman GREEN rattles off lines like, “People are too chill now/I think we need to turn up”. It’s a blissful and reflective song that feels like the antithesis to summer bangers like “Turn Down For What?”.
Listen in below:
For more from the EP, check out “Robots”, which features Grohl behind the kit.
