The Chronic

It should be no surprise as to what makes up for the content and theme of The Chronic. What should surprise you is everything else. Instead of the expected stoner/ Sabbath riffs, this bass, drums duo (with frequent dj/ mc colab) uses lots of tight space in similar ways to Helmet/ Meshuggah however with their own brand of phrasing and arrangement. The groove is always present and the heaviness is always around the 1000 pound mark. Add in some crafty/ hilarious samples and surprisingly catchy/ yet rough vocals and you start to get what's special about The Chronic.

Comprised of Torrie Wilson (bass/ vocal) and Aaron Morrice (drums/ vocal) in frequent collaboration with Savilion (producer/ dj/ vocal), the unit manages an energized, engaging delivery even though it is but a lonely Wilson up at the front of the stage. The Chronic has this "ripping" vibe and although don't say much during a performance, exude a fair bit of charisma.

Also, contrary to the common view that weed users are unmotivated and such, Wilson, The Chronic's leading man, launched N.C.J.T. Records earlier this year. Similar to the Gorgeous Industries approach, the label features slick diy packaging and art utilizing the cdr format to keep things nice and personal. N.C.J.T. Records artists include The Chronic and Creeper with future releases in the works of Peace Be Still and Forever Circa.

photo :: Taryn Wilson
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