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 Slide Cinnamon and Sugar chips. I shouldn't have to say more, but just in case you're closed minded, these chips bang. Thiiiiick cut potato chips with cinnamon and sugar distributed perfectly. The potatoes and oil provide a buttery goodness that the cinnamon and sugar is destined to pair with. These are simple yet genius and taste like you just buttered a piece of toast and sprinkled cinnamon and (white) sugar on top. Did I mention these were cinnamon and sugar flavoured. If you're able to get your hands on these Wisconsin gems, do so. If you're not able to get your hands on these, I don't know, cut your hands off because what use are they then? 

When I had previously thought about writing about Slide's C and S chips I came up with the perfect musical pairing in my mind, but I can't for the life of me remember what it was. I really should have written it down. Maybe it was Cadence Weapon as a whole, and not just a specific album (because his music isn't necessarily straightforward, but bangs so hard). Lets just say that's what it was going to be because I just finished his memoir Bedroom Rapper a couple weeks ago. Rollie Pemberton delivered an absolutely amazing memoir. You don't necessarily have to be into HIS music to enjoy the book. The way that he laid the book out also fits with his eclectic and unique music. The book from front to end is not chronological, however each chapter is..and each chapter covers a different facet of his career. Yes, there's chapters for each album, but there's also chapters for his time as a music critic, poet laureate, DJ, Montreal scenester, getting hosed by his previous label, etc. Throughout the book he delves into music history (outside of his own) not for the purpose of flaunting his own knowledge, but as a way of explaining where his music comes from and his admiration for so many genres, sub-genres and artists. The way Rollie writes about music it makes you feel excited and humbled (by his knowledge) at the same time. The insight into the sonic progression throughout his 5 albums to date is amazing for someone who's been along for the journey for the last 17 years. If you used to listen to him and fell off, or if you have never heard of him, no better time than the present to get to know Cadence Weapon. I'd suggest start with (his most recent) Parallel World (Polaris Prize winner) then jump back to Breaking Kayfabe (his debut) then fill in the gap with the other 3.

Stay hydrated,

Marc

 

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