Raw bars. Dusty drums. And a chemistry that spans from Bristol to the Netherlands — Setting Pace is the kind of underground release that doesn’t ask for recognition, it demands replay. The new EP from UK MC Motman and Dutch beat artisan Skinny Bonez Tha Godfatha is a hard-hitting, no-frills affair rooted in golden-era ethos, but sharpened by modern urgency.

Motman doesn’t just rhyme—he narrates. Every verse feels sculpted, from street parables to reflective breakdowns, delivered with a cadence carved from years in the booth. Whether he’s recounting personal struggles or lining up battle bars, there’s precision behind the pen. And with Skinny Bonez behind the boards, the whole project sounds like it was cut straight to vinyl—grimy chops, haunting loops, and soul-stung instrumentation that never tries too hard but always hits.

Feature appearances from NYC vet L.I.F.E. Long and Bristol’s own Wish Master add heavyweight credibility without pulling focus. These aren’t just guest verses—they’re integral chapters in the EP’s pacing and tone.