DOTWAV | “Meanwhile, in LA,” No Other Album Like It
If you haven’t been introduced to DOTWAV yet, the team at Rap Fiesta is proud to highlight why this music collective is one you have to check out. The group recently dropped their LA-inspired project, “Meanwhile, in LA.” The eight-song album features expressive bars, old-school style flows, and one-of-a-kind rhythms you wanna be the first to hear.
The DOTWAV members are from parts of Hawaii, the Bay Area, and Las Vegas. And the diverse backgrounds contribute to a blend of different styles in their music. This is just one aspect of DOTWAV’s sound that allows the group to stand out from other musicians.
Another unique aspect of DOTWAV’s members is experience levels. The group notes that some members have about three years of music-making under their belt, while others have almost two decades. Utilizing the varying experience levels gives DOTWAV the ability to blend various styles and techniques.
The beats featured in “Meanwhile, in LA” were produced by two of the collective’s members, MaddMatt and Jojo Flow. And to say the beats just hit different is an understatement. One of our favorites that instantly caught our attention is the rhythm featured in “Day by Day.”
As soon as you hit play on “Day by Day,” a groovy bass line and interesting elements bounce through the speakers. The lowkey wave carries out throughout the entire song. And to highlight this intricate beat further, DOTWAV and featured artist Propaganda lay down some unrestrained bars. Further, we can’t go without mentioning the soul-stirring chorus featured in this song, offering the perfect balance between fast-moving verses and a tranquil hook.
Regarding the inspiration behind “Meanwhile, in LA,” the group explains it was something quite simple. While DOTWAV members stayed in LA for a period, they decided to create an entire album. When we sat down for an interview with the group, they said:
We got an Airbnb, brought our music production, invited some LA folks over, and the rest was history, DOTWAV.
Each of DOTWAV’s members highlights their creativity in their own way throughout the album. And this blend of creativity is held together by the group’s shared mindset to create the highest quality of music possible.
We also reference the WAV (waves of the ocean) that signify how we all ride the same current and movement in our music and creativity, DOTWAV, regarding the meaning behind their stage name.
Overall, “Meanwhile, in LA” is a comprehensive album that features some of the most incredible aesthetic flows you’ll ever experience. On top of that, DOTWAV’s producers dug deep and crafted some intricately beautiful beats that make the album a masterpiece.
Make sure you follow DOTWAV on Instagram to stay up to date on the group’s upcoming projects. The collective assures us more music videos are coming throughout the year as well as multiple solo projects. Additionally, DOTWAV will appear in multiple West Coast shows and TIDAL WAV, a music festival in Hawaii.
Don’t miss out on DOTWAV and their latest album, “Meanwhile, in LA.” Go check it out now!
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