The first single off Len’s new ep “Flow Nostalgic” Vol.1 was inspired by raps golden era in which Len was raised. It’s a bittersweet look into his past, present and future he continues to fight to create for himself.
Len Bowen is a Canadian rap veteran from his start with the renowned Shadez ov Black crew to his solo work. In his 25 year career, Len has topped college radio charts and graced Much Music Rap City top ten lists.
Bowen’s music is halfway between the boombap sounds of the mid nineties East Coast hiphop boom — think Common and Nas — and the earnest, honest
content of more contemporary artists on the hip hop charts today (YNB Cordae and H.E.R). Through his music, you can feel the contemplative, negotiation he’s having with the listener, defining his place in the landscape as the narrator of his own epic.
On his latest offering Len linked with up-and-coming Winnipeg producer, BBS Steve who has been crafting the Winnipeg sound with 3PEAT, Dill the Giant and most recently the Mad Lib-esque project, Mooki Tape.
Flow Nostalgic Releases May 18 produced entirely by BBS Steve with features from E.GG, Katya and Sydney Love.
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