On her new 11-track instrumental beat tape Chops 4 Breakfast, Baltimore primarily based multi-hyphenate PRETTY (Shantele “Pretty” Pretty) masterfully channels the nice and cozy, timeless essence of the producers in her lineage—Dilla, Madlib, Premier—whereas carving out a definite and intentional lane of her personal. Framed as a soulful “morning ritual,” the undertaking is a cohesive journey by way of traditional boom-bap and jazz-inflected grooves, the place dusty samples and uncooked, head-nodding drums create a richly atmospheric expertise that feels each nostalgic and refreshingly current.

The tape’s narrative circulation is anchored by a number of standout beats. The opening monitor, “Steady Wins The Race,” instantly units the tone with its affected person, rolling groove and immaculate pattern chops, inviting the listener into PRETTY’s curated world. Midway, “Where We Goin’” captivates with a hypnotic, wandering bassline and shimmering melodic loops that embody a way of exploratory soul. At the opposite finish, the closing “Don’t Stop Now” leaves an enduring impression with its uplifting, soul-drenched melody and driving percussion, functioning much less as a finale and extra as a motivational send-off that completely encapsulates the tape’s theme of formality and momentum. 

For its impeccable craftsmanship, intentional vibe, and soulful execution, Chops 4 Breakfast earns a stable 8/10.