K-os is one of the most unique emcees in the rap game today. The canadian born artist is known for rapping, singing, and playing the guitar and keys on most of his records. Joyful Rebellion, his second release, is a diverse album that knows no musical boundries. From the acoustic guitar of "Emcee Murdah" to the reggae influenced "Crucial" to a rock track "Dirty Water", to the old school b boy record(B-Boy Stance). There is even a track that was obviously influenced by the great Michael Jackson(Man I Used To Be) and it actually turns out as one of the strongest on the album. K-os has an unorthodox rap delivery, but his words come out clear, and the music is sure to keep anyone interested. He's also a surprisingly adept singer, and an even better producer. Listening to Joyful Rebellion you can hear all the styles that influenced K-os. In a time where hip hop music was stagnant, K-os is not afraid to be different, and it works with flying colors. While some artists try to be different for obscure acclaim or to be known as "avant garde", K-os does it just for the music, and you can tell in the high quality of the finished product. It's one thing to branch out and try different styles, it's another thing to do it well, and that's what K-os does all throughout Joyful Rebellion.
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