THE RUSH

Released in September 2023, THE RUSH serves as a definitive statement of Tommy Richman's 'vintage-modern' sonic identity. Spanning only five tracks, the EP distills his signature elements - high-pitched falsetto, heavy syncopation, and tape-saturated production - into a potent 12-minute experience. The project arrived as Richman was gaining significant traction for his ability to blend the infectious grooves of 80s funk with the aesthetic sensibilities of the internet age. Sonically, the album is characterized by its 'blown-out' quality; the bass is often mixed to the point of clipping, and the synths carry a thick layer of analog hiss. This intentional lo-fi grit separates Richman from the polished sheen of mainstream R&B, aligning him more with the experimental edge of the 'indie-sleaze' revival. Critically, the EP was praised for its cohesion and its ability to evoke a specific nocturnal, urban atmosphere without relying on genre tropes.