The Hard Times EP from Milwaukee's Slowpace and Sime Gezus is exactly as advertised: four tracks, just over ten minutes of runtime, a clear aesthetic commitment, and an announcement that 7-inch vinyl is forthcoming for those who want something to hold. Sime Gezus handles production throughout, his beats carrying a raw, sample-based approach that suits the EP's no-frills ethos. JD Ultra Slick provides scratches, adding texture without overloading the space. Slowpace's delivery is understated — the focus is on the writing rather than performance spectacle. The closing track, "Kool G. Rap," names its own reference point without apology, and in doing so tells you exactly where this project is coming from and who it's made for. Beat Behemoth handled recording, mixing, and mastering, keeping the entire operation within the Milwaukee circle. The limited 7-inch format for a four-track EP is a statement about how these artists understand the relationship between music and physical media — a choice that belongs to an older tradition of treating the small format as the legitimate one.
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