Song review: Sam Akpro - Disposition

Sam Akpro, an emerging artist from south London, has recently enriched the music world with his new single “Disposition”. This single, which was released on March 19, 2024, is a versatile song that is difficult to categorize. With influences from the groove of Talking Heads and the roughness of Yves Tumor, “Disposition” offers a unique listening experience that is both ethereal and nuanced.

The song reflects the complexity and layering behind a seemingly simple composition. Akpro's talent as a rough diamond is evident, with the artist choosing to preserve its rough edges and not polish them to a conventional shine.

After his discovery at The Great Escape, the UK's most important showcase festival, Akpro has secured a place at ANTI-Records and is on the bill of renowned festivals such as Pitchfork Festival in Paris, Outbreak Fest and Rotterdam's Left of the Dial.

The music video for “Disposition,” directed by Pedro Takahashi, is a visual spectacle that plays with perspective and experiments with in-camera techniques. It features Akpro running through various locations in London's industrial hinterland, adding to the dynamic and untethered atmosphere of the song.

With “Disposition”, Sam Akpro confirms his status as an artist to watch, someone who dares to push the boundaries of musical genres and brings a breath of fresh air to the contemporary music scene.