Lil Scuzzy

Released in 2011 following its initial appearance on the A2B2 SoundCloud, Lil Scuzzy serves as a pivotal bridge in Zach Hill's discography. It marks a transition from the more organic, albeit frantic, noise rock of 'Face Tat' toward the digital-first, hyper-distorted aesthetic that would eventually define Death Grips. The EP is characterized by its heavy use of electronics and samplers, which are layered so densely that they often bleed into the percussion. Critically, it is seen as a distillation of Hill's 'drummer-as-composer' philosophy, where the kit dictates the melodic movement of the synths. The track 'Lady Gaga' stands as a notable example of his penchant for pop-culture subversion through abrasive abstraction. While brief, the EP is highly regarded among fans of experimental percussion for its uncompromising speed and its successful fusion of glitch-hop textures with punk rock aggression.