Good vs. Evil II: The Red Empire
KXNG Crooked
2017
Good vs. Evil II is a concept album sequel that finds Crooked taking on societal ills of all kinds. It tackles several issues that plague our society, including consumerism and politics.
“One is the thin line between good and evil. Sometimes there’s light in villains and darkness in heroes,” KXNG Crooked said. “I also added a figure that may be a bit controversial and that’s the widely accepted image of Jesus Christ.”
It’s a politically charged album that speaks out against the current injustices felt in the urban communities.“The Red Empire” signifies Trump’s tyrannical reign and permeates the album’s subject matter. Crooked raps about police brutality, privatized prisons, corruption, and Black-on-Black violence, like the fate of the world depends on his flow.
Stand-Out Tracks
The MAGA Continues
Cowboy Bebop
Stand
