When two genre-defying voices meet, the result is rarely subtle — yet “Pressure”, the 10-track collaborative project by mau from nowhere and hihi, finds power in restraint, emotion, and sonic cohesion. The project disconnects us from reality, not through escapism, but by offering a grounded, emotionally rich world where hip hop, soul, and cinematic soundscapes co-exist.
From start to finish, mau’s tranquil yet weighty rap flow sits gently beside silky R&B-soul melodies: a charismatic presence. hihi’s immersive production layers each track with intricate textures, blending the calm with the chaotic.
Both artists draw from deep wells: mau from introspective, genre-blending lyricism; hihi from maximalist yet meticulous sound design. The result is an album that balances head and heart, clarity and experimentation.
With Pressure, they co-create a space. Dive into it: