SweatShop Union

“Original beats and stylish rhymes.”

The Vancouver hip-hop collective Sweatshop Union is back with their sophomore release Natural Progression. With original beats and stylish rhymes, the Union has put out a great album.

A healthy mix of up-beat and laid-back songs Natural Progression will keep you moving through all 18 tracks. As their name suggests, Sweatshop Union uses their music to push a politically-charged message.

The album is on Vancouver hip-hop label Battle Axe Records, which is owned by Mad Child of the Swollen Members. The fact this album is so catchy and smart is a good reason that Battle Axe and the Swollen Members are giving it serious backing. But the Members better not push it too hard because there’s a good chance Sweatshop will be crowned the new kings of Van City hip-hop.

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