Australian rapper itsxea isn’t here to test the waters — he’s diving straight into the deep end with his new 10-track project, XXX. It’s the kind of record that demands a second listen, not because it’s hard to grasp, but because it keeps revealing new layers the more you sit with it.
Sonically, it’sxea blends razor-sharp rap mechanics with moments of soulful R&B polish. That duality is no accident. He cites JID as his biggest inspiration, praising the American lyricist’s mastery of flow changes, wordplay, and concept execution. “That’s exactly what my album’s coming with and more,” he says.
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But XXX is more than a technical showcase — it’s a timestamp. It’sxea sees the album as a reflection of his grind, his progress, and his refusal to slow down. Every bar carries the confidence of someone who’s been in the trenches perfecting their craft. He wants listeners to know he can put together a cohesive, high-quality album on demand — and still have a vault full of unreleased heat ready to go.
If the rest of that vault sounds anything like what’s on XXX, it’s safe to say itsxea is just getting started.
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