After following Drewmula’s journey via Instagram I was super excited to hear his anticipated EP ‘Chemistry’. Just after a much needed travel experience Drewmula decided it was time to buckle down and finish his EP with the successful releases of ‘No Palava’ & ‘Wanting’ in 2019.
‘Chemistry’ is what it says on the tin, exploring the chemistry in relationships, two people trying to spark chemistry and navigate all the motions between. Drewmula takes us through the beginning stages with the buzz and butterflies then towards the end of the EP reminded of the insecurities follow that and how they can affect the chemistry and connections.
Tracklist
1. Step Correct ft Junior
2. Pull Up Interlude
3. Chemistry
4. Wanting
5. Pocket Deep Interlude
6. No Palava
7. Chop (Do It For Me)
8. Follow Interlude
9. Cautious
Chemistry could not have come out at a more perfect time, summer is here, love is in the air even during lockdown people have been securing and searching for that chemistry with a special someone. Drewmula’s EP is such a feel good project, one I advise everyone to take a listen to.
Exploring a variety of different genres from Afroswing to RnB to Dancehall and even Pop Drewmula really showcases his range. Drewmula tells me via Instagram DM’s
“I wanted to make something that makes you simply feel good, songs that make you want to move and vibe, and most importantly a body of work that will make you want to revisit it over and over again.”
This is exactly what is felt in the 9 track EP, I felt myself going back to take in some of what I may have missed while dancing around in my room.
‘Step Correct’ sees Drewmula effortlessly jumping on the beat telling us how we have to step correct in the club while catching a vibe and drinking alcohol. A hobby I truly miss but one that is recreated through his music. Who needs heels and Uber money when I can get cute in my room?
This is definitely a head bopping track where we see him switch between rap and singing on the hook. The instrumental is fitting for the club bringing me to the good old days before Rona where the DJ would bounce between the likes of Skepta and Octavian.
‘Chemistry’ the name sake and of course a love song, maintains the feel good vibes. This song really showcases Drewmula’s versatility as there isn’t a genre missed, from Afroswing to Pop and a hint of dancehall with his use of patios I was left very impressed and excited for more music. Not only are the lyrics memorable they also capture the whole feel of the EP and gets the message across. “Girl move your waist because them hips don’t lie” shows the chemistry also felt on the dance floor when pursuing in the club. “Tryna feel a little chemistry.” There is also no denying the chemistry between Drewmula and each sound/instrumental he has created.
“Chemistry is a mixture of songs with elements from different genres that have heavily influenced me from the early stages of my music career. I believe that my debut EP represents that.”
Track 4 ‘Wanting’ produced by AP Beats tells another story of Drewmula trying to seduce his love interest and finally getting what you want. Between tracks we’re gifted with Interludes named ‘Pull Up’, ‘Pocket Deep’ and ‘Follow’ with each breakdown I found myself laughing, taken from Nollywood films we hear a man trying to win over a girl, he talks about her beauty, his friends money to which the girl replies she will come along for a ride. These interludes really bring the EP together keeping us in the headspace of enjoyment.
‘No Palava’ meaning no bad vibes addresses some insecurities, wanting no bad energy. Drewmula provides us with sweet melodies perfect for sipping Pina Colada’s on a beach really embodying his previous travels.
“My sound generally tends to be easy on the ear, so I wanted to make a body of work for the people who love to get up off their seats at every function they attend, or for those who love to vibe whilst cruising in their car on a hot summers day, or for those who daily commute to work. This is who and what the EP is for.”
‘Chop (Do It For Me)’ Chop my money means spending your lovers money with no regrets, a form of chemistry and love right? The instruments like the saxophone, slowed down vibe reminds me of old school Wizkid and Burna Boy with a hint of UK Afroswing with the beat. After chasing and falling in love we now have the love is sweet-o part of the story, a ride or die cruising in porshe’s. The catchy lyrics will be stuck in your head all day which is a perfect way to bring the EP to a close.
The final track ‘Cautious’ addresses the insecurities we have when it comes to love however Drewmula leaves us with the hope of finding that chemistry and his passion oozes through the sounds he’s created. When asked what his favourite track on the EP was I wasn’t shocked at it being ‘Cautious’.
“It changes every time I revisit the EP, each track gives me a different feeling, a different mood. Right now as we speak, my favourite song would be Cautious – it just hits!.”
With ‘Chemistry’ previously set to be released in March 2020 but then the pandemic hit, this gave Drewmula time to refine and polish his EP to a tee and I guess it could be a blessing in disguise as us listeners have been blessed with new sounds and an insight into Drewmula as an artist.
“Now we are here today, after all the minor setbacks, ready to show the world the new sound I’ve been dying to showcase.”
‘Chemistry’ is about to send a new wave in the UK.
Shahna Says 