The Scene Magazine reviewed Qbala’s new album, Battle Cries, 5 out of 5 stars!
Charlie Anderson wrote:
“I saw Qbala for the first time at Hodi’s in February of 2011. She was opening for Del The Funky Homosapien, and my high school mind was blown by her energy and lyricism. Years later, after a number of shows and releases, my respect for Qbala as an artist has increased exponentially. Battle Cries only affirms this respect, her growth and extremely hard work is evident, as well as the usual confidence and comfortability in her music. No line is wasted, the lyrics perceptive and clever, sometimes personal and sometimes humorous, though consistently bold and poetic. Big props to Kind Dub in the production studio, throwing out a clean sound and some incredible beats (check out “Music Language”). Be there for a live show, try a limited Pateros Creek Battle Cries Stout, and listen to the EP itself, as Qbala is an artist very deserving of recognition.”
Thank you to the Scene Magazine for featuring Battle Cries in their November issue. If you would like to read more about the making of Battle Cries click here. The Scene Magazine also reviewed the Kind Dub Krew + Qbala album Weed The People last month and can be read here.