“NOWHERE, FAST”
On his new EP, rapper Jay Wood unites slick, adventurous production with smart, approachable lyrics that flow like an inner monologue—he faces down past mistakes and present obstacles with a heavy dose of self-acceptance and an ambitious eye on the future. At a compact four tracks, Summer School provides a taste of Wood’s potential and leaves you eager to hear more.
- Jamie Ludwig, Chicago Reader
“On his new EP, TRACKSTAR (Freesole), he matches the ironclad mettle of his toughest instrumentals and harshest drums with boisterous performances that tease out the sweetness hidden in the tracks…
— Leor Galil, Chicago Reader
“The must hear rap song of the day… He crooned over effervescent beats about his time trying to find the one”
— Tyra Nicole Triche, Pitchfork
“Who knows when Chicago lyricist Jay Wood left the starting blocks? It doesn’t matter now. His new EP “TRACKSTAR” highlights his final lunge across the finish line. Needless to say, he won the race.”
— Zac Chase, Kazi Magazine
