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#006 a great chaos - ken carson | album review | show notes
Introduction (00:00:00): Welcome back to Relisten. In this episode, I'll be reviewing "A Great Chaos" by Ken Carson. Let's dive straight into the album.
Discovery (00:00:05): How did I discover this album? Ken Carson was an artist I had heard about but never really listened to. Because of his association with Playboi Carti, whose album got leaked around the same time, I decided to give "A Great Chaos" a listen. Normally, I don't bother with leaked albums, but this one caught my attention.
Release and Context (00:01:09): Ken Carson officially dropped the album in October 2023 under Opium Interscope Records, despite it leaking a few days prior.
Song Reviews
Green Room (00:01:39): The album opens with "Green Room," where Ken talks about his journey from being broke to rich. The flow is catchy and reminiscent of Playboi Carti. It’s not entirely original, but he uses the style well.
Jennifer's Body (00:03:34): The second track, "Jennifer's Body," is a banger. The flow and beats are captivating, making it hard to focus on the lyrics initially.
Fight My Demons (00:04:36): "Fight My Demons" is one of my favorite songs from the album. With 51.5 million streams on Spotify, it's the most successful track. The song has an intense beat switch halfway through, adding to its appeal.
Singapore (feat. Destroy Lonely) (00:05:54): This track features Destroy Lonely. Both artists have a similar sound, making it hard to distinguish their voices. Despite that, it’s a solid song.
Lose It (00:08:10): "Lose It" is produced by Gabe and Legion. It feels like a filler track, but opinions on it might change over time.
Hardcore (00:09:13): "Hardcore" is another favorite of mine. The lyrics are funny, and the beat is excellent.
Me and My Cope (00:09:44): This song has a unique sound, and I really enjoy it.
Over (00:10:01): "Over" stands out with its interesting beat that goes backwards and forwards. The flow might be inspired by someone else, but I can't pinpoint who.
Circle Boss 2 (00:10:38): This track is catchy but gets repetitive. It's about all the girls that are "circle bosses."
Paranoid (feat. Destroy Lonely) (00:11:00): Another track featuring Destroy Lonely. It's one of my favorites, even though I haven’t listened to it as much.
PORTS (00:11:54): "PORTS" kicks off a strong run of tracks, leading into "Like This" with Lil Uzi Vert.
Like This (feat. Lil Uzi Vert) (00:12:09): This song is great, and Lil Uzi Vert's contribution is solid.
Overtime (00:12:31): "Overtime" is another favorite. It feels like Ken Carson is calling out the listener with lines like "you ain't killed nobody" and "you ain't got no swag."
Vampire (00:15:11): In "Vampire," Ken talks about how he never changed while others did. It’s a strong track about staying true to oneself.
Nightcore 1 (00:15:22): "Nightcore 1" is catchy and fun, though a bit repetitive.
Nightcore 2 (00:17:21): "Nightcore 2" is my favorite song on the album. It has insane energy and relatable lines.
Rockstar Lifestyle (00:19:29): This track has grown on me recently, with lines like "if I bought a house and see it, then I built it." It's a solid addition to the album.
I Need You (00:23:09): "I Need You" feels like a calm down after "Rockstar Lifestyle." It’s a bit too upbeat for my taste right now, but that might change.
Conclusion (00:23:31): This album is one of my favorites from the past six months.
Rating (00:23:52): I’ll give "A Great Chaos" an 8 out of 10. It’s a very good album, but I can't rate it higher because it adopts a style that Playboi Carti popularized. Ken Carson made a great album with this style, but Carti's influence is undeniable. If Carti didn't exist, this album would be a 9 for me.
Final Thoughts (00:24:59): That’s all for this episode. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe, like, and share on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, or any other streaming platform. Thank you, and I’ll see you in the next episode, which will drop every Sunday.
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#006 a great chaos - ken carson | album review