Laminated Skies

Laminated Skies, released in 2022 via Def Pressé, marks a significant collaboration between the experimental hip-hop artist Raw Poetic and the producer Damu the Fudgemunk. The album emerged from a prolific period of creative partnership between the two, blending elements of jazz-fusion, progressive rock, and spoken-word lyricism. The project was designed to push the boundaries of traditional hip-hop structures, focusing on atmospheric density and complex instrumental arrangements that reflect the duo's interest in expansive musical narratives.

The visual design and sonic aesthetic of the album were conceived to complement Raw Poetic’s intricate, stream-of-consciousness delivery. Upon its release, the record received positive attention within the independent underground scene for its cohesive production and artistic ambition. Critics noted the record as a standout entry in Raw Poetic's discography, highlighting how the deliberate, multi-layered production choices served to elevate the conceptual themes of the tracks.