In a week of raw creativity, Jesse James Solomon and TenBillion Dreams joined forces to bring us Blue Park, a collaborative EP that oozes late-night introspection and low-key London vibes.
Jesse, South London's lyrical favourite, opens the EP with Midnight Dinner, a moody guitar-laden track that feels like an intimate chat under the city’s glow. The haunting production perfectly matches Jesse’s mellow delivery, setting the tone for what feels more like a cinematic journey than just a collection of songs.
TenBillion Dreams, one of UK rap’s standout producers, is no stranger to shaping some of the hardest tracks in British rap, but here, he crafts something different. Would Have Could Have captures moments of personal reflection, with Jesse lyrically unpacking life’s turning points. The mix of raw beats and reflective bars is soulful yet unflinchingly real.
The standout track, My Sleeve, showcases Jesse’s signature poetic depth, this time navigating the early fragility of new relationships. Gritty guitars from Henrique and ethereal vocal samples take the song to another level, wrapping listeners in its vulnerability.
Diamond darkens the mood with Jesse’s laid-back delivery riding over moody, lurching production, creating a rap anthem dripping with late-night energy. Finally, Campfire rounds off the project with atmospheric textures, offering a snapshot of Jesse’s evolving self-awareness.
With Blue Park, Jesse James Solomon once again proves why he’s a cult favourite in the UK scene. His collaboration with TenBillion Dreams takes listeners on a journey through London’s streets and introspective spaces, blending raw vulnerability with immersive soundscapes. This EP isn’t just a listen- it’s an experience.
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