Three Skull Affiliates Parts 1-3: A UK Hip-Hop Gem That Packs a Punch
Alright, let’s talk about Three Skull Affiliates Parts 1-3 by Three Faces Of Death. Released in 2018 under Stone Circle UK, this album is a raw blend of Conscious, Boom Bap, and Hardcore Hip-Hop vibes that hit you like a punch to the gut—but in a good way, ya know? Produced and recorded by Tom SQNC (big ups to him) and mastered by Balanced Audio, it’s got that gritty UK edge with beats so sharp they could cut glass.
Now, I’m not gonna lie—this ain’t your typical polished mainstream hip-hop record. It’s rough around the edges, unapologetically real, and dripping with attitude. The tracklist itself reads like some kind of twisted poetry anthology: “Hills Have Eyes,” “Bottle Of Twats,” and “Sleazebag Rap” are just a few examples. You can tell these guys weren’t trying to play it safe when naming this stuff.
Let me dive into two tracks that stuck with me. First up, there’s “Wolf.” Man, this one hits different. The beat has this eerie, almost haunting vibe, like walking through fog at night while something sinister lurks nearby. The lyrics? Super sharp, talking about survival instincts and keeping your guard up. It’s one of those songs where halfway through, you’re like, "Yo, this is deep as hell." There’s no sugarcoating here—it’s straight fire for anyone who digs introspective bars over hard-hitting production.
Then there’s “Reset.” If you’ve ever felt like life was spinning outta control, this track will slap you back into reality. The boom bap drums knock harder than most, and the flow switches keep things interesting. What really gets me is how relatable it feels; it’s basically an anthem for starting over or shaking off bad energy. By the end of it, I found myself hitting repeat because honestly, sometimes we all need a reset button.
The rest of the album keeps the momentum going too. Tracks like “Clown” bring the chaos, while cuts like “Black Swan” slow things down just enough to let the words sink in. And props to whoever came up with “Bottle Of Twats”—I mean, come on, that title alone deserves recognition!
Reflecting on this project, it’s wild how much personality shines through every track. It doesn’t try to be anything other than what it is: a brutally honest expression of art from the underground UK scene. Honestly, listening to this album feels less like consuming music and more like eavesdropping on a late-night convo between old friends—you might not catch every word, but the vibe stays with you.
Oh, and here’s the kicker: if aliens landed tomorrow and asked me to explain human emotion through hip-hop, I’d hand them Three Skull Affiliates Parts 1-3. No joke.
