Setting the tone with a enigmatic keys, a pulsating 808 and cerebral design nuances, Missingno. opens You_Know. with intrigue, dimensionality and atmospheric vocals. The opus expands into a luscious and immersive hybrid soundscape, which fuses elements of hip-hop, trap, pop, R&B and experimental detailing into a cohesive tapestry of sound, which works brilliantly with Missingno. evocative vocal timbre.
We immediately appreciate the originality of the release, and the message of the brooding song which we learn is “a list of the rising artist’s grievances with a certain individual”, namely “being unsupportive when needed, wanting to undeservedly participate in wins, and acting brand new”.
This is a common theme amongst rising artists who start their creative journey and receive support from strangers around the world, only to find that those they are closest to resent them. Missingno. confesses, “To simply sum up the song, it’s a cutting off anthem.” A healthy way of dealing with haters who wish to bring you down.
Fans of XXXTentacion, Kid Cudi, Juice Wrld, Trippie Redd, Post Malone, Playboi Carti, and Travis $cott will be able to connect with Missingno.‘s although it is clear that the star is creating a sonic universe of his own.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, and currently based in Akron, Ohio, we learn that Missingno. adapts his name from a glitch in the original Pokémon game, which is interpreted as “missing number.”
As the origins of his name would suggest, Missingno.‘s music heavily incorporates sounds that are reminiscent of many classic video games (8-Bit/Chiptune) and combines them with elements of contemporary pop and hip-hop into a unique style he calls “808-Bit”.
We appreciate the depth, attention to detail and unique value that Missingno. shares with his artistry, and have added You_Know. to our New Music Spotlight playlist, whilst we continue to stream the artist’s wider discography including Light and Mood.