Seth Sentry
Witty, conversational Australian hip-hop that feels like a long chat with a funny friend. Sharp storytelling over warm, melodic beats for a reflective afternoon.
Witty, conversational Australian hip-hop that feels like a long chat with a funny friend. Sharp storytelling over warm, melodic beats for a reflective afternoon.
Seth Sentry sounds like the smartest guy in the room who would rather talk about hoverboards and hospitality jobs than his own ego. His music is built on a foundation of classic boom-bap, but it is polished with a bright, melodic sheen that makes it feel accessible and modern. The production often leans into warm synths and crisp drums, creating a backdrop that is both nostalgic and forward-looking.
What truly sets him apart is his hyper-specific storytelling. He doesn't just rap about life; he raps about the exact feeling of being a waiter, the frustration of scientific progress not matching sci-fi promises, and the quiet anxieties of adulthood. His flow is remarkably conversational, making the listener feel like they are being told a story over a beer rather than being performed to.
Start with 'This Was Tomorrow' to hear the definitive sound of 2010s Australian hip-hop at its peak. It captures his ability to balance humor with genuine emotional weight, all while maintaining a technical proficiency that keeps hip-hop purists engaged. It is the perfect entry point for anyone who values lyrics that actually say something about the mundane beauty of everyday life.
Seth Marton, who performs by his stage name Seth Sentry, is an Australian hip hop recording artist. He has released one extended play and three studio albums. At the ARIA Music Awards of 2015, he won the ARIA Award for Best Urban Album for his second album, Strange New Past. He was the first Australian rapper to perform on a US talk show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, and has headlined shows all around the country.
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Shares boom bap, pop rap, conscious hip-hop (subgenres); sample based, analog warmth, studio polished (production style)
Shares boom bap, pop rap, conscious hip-hop (subgenres); sample based, analog warmth, studio polished (production style)
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Shares boom bap, conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop (subgenres); sample based, analog warmth, studio polished (production style)
Shares boom bap, pop rap, conscious hip-hop (subgenres); sample based, analog warmth, studio polished (production style)
Shares boom bap, pop rap, conscious hip-hop (subgenres); studio polished, sample based, analog warmth (production style)
Shares conscious hip-hop, abstract hip-hop, boom bap (subgenres); sample based, analog warmth, studio polished (production style)
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