Casey Veggies has quickly become one of the most revered underground artists on the west coast. People from Juicy J to Dom Kennedy have worked with the artist. The Odd Future stalwart has been making it happen with the Peas and Carrots movement. Amazingly, all of this is happening and he isn’t even 20 years old. So, the buzz around Customized Greatly 3 has the chance of eclipsing the quality of the music.
Luckily, though, the music is pretty good to say the least.

 

Casey Veggies spends a lot of time displaying his skill to rock over any track. “PNCINTLOFWKTA” brings that fierce, abstract madness that only Odd Future is known for. After hearing his homies rip the track, the ears are introduced to a smorgasbord of rhythms and emotions on “You Got It/Fantasy” and “Sex Sells”. Those tracks show a contrast in approach (one is amorous, the other fully carnal). Yet, by the time Veggies moves on to the sparse codeine funk laced “Get That $”, many listeners may start using his catch phrase. So, it is easy to see that Casey can make it happen on any track due to his knack of riding rhythms.

 

The same thing continues on the other half/two-thirds of the album. Raheem Devaughn adds his flavor to “Thoughts Weight”, while Casey makes sure that his subject matter is universal, liquefied, and meaningful. The echo sampled voice on “Roses” just enamors his lyrics about profitable progress. “Garden” brings in the sullen horn sample that helps the plodding production make way for Veggies’ attack on the track. Once and for all, the listener should realize that Casey Veggies can make good music.

 

So, where does Casey go from here? Well, to be honest, he needs to make the epic piece of art. From Sleeping in Class to Customized Greatly 3, he has proven that he can make a good mixtape/album. Now, it’s time for him to make the undeniable piece of work. For now, though, Customized Greatly 3 shall serve as a reminder as to why many in the industry clamor to work with illustrious fledgling artist.

 

 

In case you haven’t heard the new mixtape, check out the Livemixtapes stream below:

 

 

 

Review written by Mark A. Harris, contributing writer for STACKS Magazine.