Drake Dark Lane Demo Tapes
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REVIEW: Drake, Dark Lane Demo Tapes

by Mr. Wavvy

“No matter the stakes of the game, the Toronto titan brings top athleticism to every track.”

Drake, Dark Lane Demo Tapes (Republic)

With the promise of his sixth official studio album coming this summer, Drake offers a new “mixtape” while we wait. Dark Lane Demo Tapes is a compilation of songs that leaked online prematurely throughout the year. If an album is an in-season game, this could be likened to exhibition. No matter the stakes of the game, the Toronto titan brings top athleticism to every track. With only 14 tracks, Dark Lane accomplishes more than other recent Drake outings in less time, displaying Aubrey Graham’s wellroundedness on drill, R&B and trap-flavored tunes. 7/10
Trial Track “Chicago Freestyle” (feat. Giveon)

“Chicago Freestyle” (feat. Giveon) from Dark Lane Demo Tapes by Drake

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by Mr. Wavvy

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Mr. Wavvy has steadily built a name for himself as one of music journalism’s most illuminated spirits. Whether kissing Mac DeMarco, pondering the meaning of life with Tech N9ne, or performing singalongs with Charli XCX, visitors are always in for a treat when checking out a Mr. Wavvy interview.