Faces Of Def EP by MurderFace: A Raw Slice of Canadian Hip-Hop That Still Hits
Let’s get one thing straight—MurderFace isn’t here to play it safe. The Faces Of Def EP dropped back in 2011, and while it might not have blown up the charts like some big-name albums, this little gem from Canada is packed with raw energy and personality. Produced entirely by The Teknition, this project feels like a gritty love letter to underground hip-hop. No shiny suits or overproduced beats—just real vibes for those who dig deeper than surface-level rap.
The album kicks off with “Intro,” which sets the tone right away. It’s short but hits hard, like a quick slap reminding you why you pressed play in the first place. But where things really take off is on "(It's A) Celebration Bitches." This track slaps so hard it’ll make your speakers feel guilty for being too quiet. The beat bounces around like a hyper kid at a birthday party, and MurderFace rides it with swagger that screams confidence without trying too hard. You can tell he’s having fun, and honestly? That fun is contagious. I caught myself nodding along even when I probably should’ve been doing something productive. Oops.
Then there’s “Late Nite,” which flips the mood completely. If “Celebration Bitches” is the wild night out, this one’s the chill drive home under neon lights. The production is smooth as hell, all hazy synths and laid-back drums that just wrap around you. MurderFace switches gears lyrically here too, leaning into introspective bars that feel more personal. There’s something about how his voice sits perfectly on top of the beat—it’s like hearing someone spill their soul after everyone else has gone to bed. By the end of the song, you almost forget it’s part of the same EP because it shows such a different side of his artistry.
What sticks with me most about Faces Of Def EP isn’t just the music itself—it’s the vibe. Everything feels unapologetically DIY, like MurderFace and The Teknition locked themselves in a room and refused to come out until they made exactly what they wanted. And yeah, maybe it could use a bit more polish here and there, but honestly? That’d ruin the charm. Sometimes imperfection is what makes something memorable.
So if you’re looking for an album that doesn’t try to be anything other than itself, give Faces Of Def EP a spin. Just don’t blame me if “Celebration Bitches” gets stuck in your head for days. Oh, and hey—how wild is it that an album released over a decade ago still feels fresh? Maybe MurderFace knew something we didn’t. Or maybe… just maybe… they were ahead of their time.
