Confines – Pan Amsterdam [CD]

‘Confines’ explores diverse themes, from racial politics and identity to pop culture references. With a stream-of-consciousness style, Pan Amsterdam raps about everything from cultural observations to food. This mix of humour, social commentary, and introspection is an exploration of the world through a childlike, almost alien perspective and his background in gospel, jazz, hip-hop, and even the Grateful Dead shapes this eclectic sound. The album title reflects Pan Amsterdam’s refusal to be confined by genre. The music channels influences from hip-hop’s golden age, alongside nods to artists like Kool Keith, Busta Rhymes, and MF Doom.

Disc 1
1. Day Out – Pan Amsterdam
2. Evening Drive – Pan Amsterdam
3. NYC Town – Pan Amsterdam
4. White Ninja – Pan Amsterdam
5. Venus Fly Trap – Pan Amsterdam
6. Plus One (Feat. Iggy Pop) – Pan Amsterdam
7. Meeshy J – Pan Amsterdam
8. Fashion Week – Pan Amsterdam
9. Pai Mei – Pan Amsterdam
10. Sure – Pan Amsterdam
11. Children of Bear Creek – Pan Amsterdam
12. Confines – Pan Amsterdam