Seattle rapper SneakGuapo’s new single “Known Assassin” stands on the hulking shoulders of a hypnotic beat that could make some rappers sound like titans and completely steamroll others. It’s a surprisingly perfect fit for Guapo’s reserved monotone—the sort of even, measured delivery that allows the beat and rapper to shine simultaneously. Loosely structured, “Known Assassin” succeeds on the hypnotic, brute force of the production and Guapo’s nimble rapping. A dark addition to your summer playlists.
