The Compton-born rapping and singing ability of anonymous artist Civ Pierre has released an explosive debut filled with lively production, vivid storytelling, and a soulful spirit. Emphasizing the music he creates rather than his visual identity, Civ Pierre proves his point unequivocally with his debut demo two-pack. His two-song release, When a Daisy Blossoms (EP. 1) [Demo], is a booming, soulful, high-speed, dream-like presentation of two different sounds that couldn’t be any more connected.
Opened with a brief poem read by the incredibly talented Joy Postell, “Black Tiger” holds nothing back, immediately diving into the roaring, somewhat distorted sound of live drums that act like powerful volts of electricity that spark Civ Pierre’s feverish delivery. Addressing institutional discrimination and systemic racism in America, the Beaumont, California resident takes on the responsibility to create a sound that is not only incredible but has a message as well. Despite the high-speed approach of “Black Tiger,” Civ Pierre’s follow-up, “EST.20” takes the tempo down, creating a euphoric R&B space that highlights Pierre’s ethereal singing voice. Its transfixing qualities have you hanging on every word as he details immense loss. In totality, When a Daisy Blossoms (EP. 1) [Demo] is an impressionable piece of music filled with exciting and hypnotizing sounds that are narrated by an artist whose goal is to bring light and empowerment to his community – Civ Pierre is special.
Listen to “Black Tiger” and “EST.20” from When a Daisy Blossoms (EP. 1) [Demo] by Civ Pierre below.