Waka Flocka Flame – review

Islington Academy, LondonBathed in flickering strobe lights, fingers raised in the air, Waka Flocka Flame cuts an imposing figure on stage – ironic, given that Juaquin Malphurs' stage name derives from a Spanish childhood nickname based on his skinny stature, "Juaquin flaco". It's a fitting match for his music. Most cuts are heralded by pealing sirens and end with explosions; in between they are packed with gun sounds, cascades of rattling, staccato beats and producer Lex Luger's muscular, bru...

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