Smif-N-Wessun’s Infinity is not an attempt to evolve with the times, but a masterclass in refinement. A warm, welcome throwback to golden-age boom-bap, full of soulful beats, reflective storytelling, and decades of wisdom. It’s unmistakably a record from hip-hop veterans with a measured, grounded presence, full of deeply reflective life lessons. It’s not about street bravado, but perspective, experience, and legacy, tracks like Moses Promise carrying a serious, meditative quality.
The production is lush, warm, and drenched in soul - smooth, refined, and full of depth, built from the same DNA as classic Pete Rock, DJ Premier, or J Dilla productions. Rather than trying to sound fresh or modern, Smif-N-Wessun stick to what they do best and deliver one of the most satisfying boom-bap records in years. Infinity might not be the sound of today, but it’s a testament to the fact that great music never really ages.