Adiel Mitchell | JUNGLE EP Review

Adiel Mitchell emerging from the Jungle of Hobby Lobby. (Photo Credit: Robert Castro)

Adiel Mitchell just released his newest EP titled Jungle and we have been vibin’ to it in the office for about a week now. The three song EP captures a different side of Mitchell than we are used to hearing yet he still maintains that unique sound we fell in love with from his previous EP About Last Night.

"Following About Last Night, I really wanted to create a small package of songs that I just wanted to party with," he said. "I felt like ALN was a real groovy project with deep lyrics but packaged with a signature pop vibe but I wanted to broaden those horizons and really follow where my inspirations and influences were taking me...Every song has its own story on how it came together and how it affects me. I purposely stepped out of my box to take some risks and see how truly free I could expose my artistry."

On this EP Mitchell is not afraid to step out of his comfort zone and prove the versatility he has in his arsenal as he rips through the three song EP with no abandonment. The lead song aptly sharing the same title as the EP “Jungle” , has Mitchell storm out the gate with a lyrical bombardment accompanied by a devastating drum beat that has us singing the chorus with ferocity (strange flex for us mild mannered music snobs), the song transitions into a slower soulful beat in which Mitchell demonstrates his expertise in being able to flip the switch at the drop of a dime. Easily our favorite track on the EP.

Jungle (photo Credit: Robert Castro)

The second single “Stuck on You” takes Mitchell back to his roots as he belts the chorus to what we can only imagine slow dancing with our significant partner in a rather sensual manner. Turn up the 808 on this one and sit back as you indulge in some of his finest work.

The last track “Ugh (There She Go)” is a classical take on a simple yet successful formula for what a radio hit should be. It has all the elements from an infectious beat, to a classic hook that we can repeat over and over. Mitchell continues to grow in front of our eyes and with this EP he proves that he has plenty of tools in his belt to succeed in the game. It’s time the world to take notice! Production credits on JUNGLE are provided by Levi Double U.


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Ultra5280 Presents: Exclusive Video Premiere of CRL CRRLL'S "Catch If You Can"

We have the new video from Denver artist CRL CRRLL for "Catch Me If You Can." The sultry single is sure to set the internet on fire, CRRLL's penchant for capturing you through his lyrics are prominent in this single complimented with the blue and red visual elements that bring the video to life.

Directed by JavonTheUnique - JTUTV (Youtube Personality) Awesome artist & director from Denver who’s Youtube Shock value has brought him a unique amount of fame. Tyler Crispysz, Joseph Martinez, Esther Kang, Tessa Summers also played a part in the talent and artistic direction of this music video.  

Single Available on Apple Music//iTunes//Spotify//Tidal + More Friday November 11th. 

Official Release Party November 13th at Lost Lake 18+ Event Doors open at 7pm. Performances by Corbin Dallas from HTX, At.Play (Souls In Action) Dj Low Key (The Solution, Goodness) Dj E-Trane (Motown Mondays, Stay Up Saturdays, FASOR) 

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