Dear Soundville listener and reader,

I found an incredibly cool R&B afropop release for you, filled with an electric haze and neon tones. ‘MINT GREEN EP’ by Fortress Nino is a collection of six tracks, brought together in a misty, smoky R&B sound with unique vocals layered over dense electronic vibes. ‘MINT GREEN EP’ is a collab project between a rapper from Lagos, Nigeria, and Dallas-based producer Larando Suave, TX. This collaboration truly packs an energetic punch that lets you escape the world and sway to the beat, enjoying moments of solitude. You know, with Fortress Nino’s music, you’ll feel that relaxation, that disconnect from reality, allowing you to just dive into your own thoughts.

Try it from the first track, ‘flexflex.’ The thick, dense bass fills the space with a rich sound, and Fortress Nino’s flow channels emotions, leaving no trace of tension behind. The slow, precise beat, with crackling vinyl pads, adds to the atmospheric feel, while hazy keys melt away the surroundings. There’s something especially catchy in ‘Ice Cold’ with its minimalist intro hooking you in. The stylish afro-pop beat here unfolds with lush vocal textures and pleasantly rough, overdriven frequencies. I love this sound.

It sounds peaceful and groovy at the same time, as if life itself seeps through these uneven electronic pulses, sometimes strange, sometimes astonishing, brutal, yet immensely enjoyable and unique. The track’s excellent structure constantly shifts, drawing you in and holding your attention throughout. The swift transition to the next track, ‘Green Light,’ pulls the sound together into a single flow, beginning with soft keys and evolving into a club track with sharp pads and killer lyrics. The vocals allow you to follow the melody, sway to the beat, while the dynamic melody with layers of synth pads intensifies this feeling. Damn, listening to ‘Green Light’ feels like being right in the middle of the dance floor, surrounded by flickering green neon beams, with club smoke scented with sweet vanilla, sharp pepper, and tobacco. This sound is directed at the subconscious, crafted to hit so deeply that everything besides ‘MINT GREEN EP’ fades into the background. Isn’t that awesome?

In the middle of the EP, ‘bbii’ greets you with light tropical pads. It’s a super chill, ocean-blue, carefree track, perfect for summer playlists and great parties. Yet, Eastern motifs sneak into the melody, mixed with trendy pop hooks over a stylish beat. I suggest turning up the volume and letting yourself dance to ‘bbii.’ Let go of all thoughts and just let the melody take over. You’ll feel that Fortress Nino’s music has this incredible power to bring out positive, vibrant emotions that make you want to hit the dance floor. But don’t expect monotony from ‘MINT GREEN EP’. The next track, ‘Make Me Do That,’ brings back a passionate, misty atmosphere with low tones and deep bass. The stylish and intriguing ‘Make Me Do That’ pulls the vibe into a soft pink haze. It’s the perfect track for warm nights and carefree thoughts. I love how the rhythm changes, how the pads and mood shift from lightheartedness to a rush of passion-filled energy. You feel it too, right?

The EP wraps up with ‘MY BABY,’ leaving a sense of a completed adventure, though there’s a slight melancholy that it’s over. ‘MY BABY’ is a light, sunny track with dissolving pads and great lyrics that bring me back to warm summer nights, a carefree feeling filled with love. I love the stylish vibe, and it feels like a perfect track to close the release. The structure shifts again, adding a subtle cyberpunk touch to the sound. I love this, and I want more! I recommend MINT GREEN EP to everyone: let yourself enjoy this great sound and discover a new artist whose music might just become your inspiration. Wow!

Hey, Fortress Nino! Thank you for releasing such amazing music. You know, I love how ‘MINT GREEN EP’ carries the influence of your collaboration. It’s like two different personalities, approaches to sound, structures, and textures blending into an unexpected harmony. It’s stylish, cool, and unique. I haven’t heard such great Afro R&B in a long time, and your release allowed me to just enjoy the moment something rare and precious. Keep making these groovy, atmospheric tracks! The structural experiments were fantastic and pleasing to the ear, and now I want more and more of your music. I’ll definitely share your release with everyone let them hear this amazing music too, right? Love it!

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