The Kansas Metropolis–primarily based artist 1010Benja is following his debut studio album, Ten Total, with a brand new EP. The brand new undertaking known as 3X10, and it’s out October 31 through Tabloid. Under, hearken to 1010Benja’s new single “YAM.”
In keeping with a press launch, 1010Benja recorded his new three-song EP in a pal’s basement in Kansas Metropolis, Missouri. “I imply, it’s three… by 10,” the producer, singer, and songwriter mentioned of the EP in an announcement. “Low cost and apparent advertising, however the songs are actually passionate, and heartfelt. I obtained right here the identical means anybody does: I got here from a extremely uncooked place.”
Discussing “YAM,” he added, “‘YAM’ stands for ‘YOUR ASS, MINE,’ and wouldn’t you understand it? Life’s obtained you; the gods and planets ensnare the weak and weak. You, you’re a snare; your love is a jail. The reality hurts—its violence is wealthy and candy. When an American leaves their acquainted land to journey to tropical locations, one chew of a very good ‘YAM’ is value 1,000 Quarter Pounders.”
Revisit Pitchfork’s “The 100 Best Songs of 2020,” that includes 1010Benja’s “Dobby” at No. 98.
3X10 EP:
01 Chosen Omen
02 Lightrope
03 YAM
