There’s nothing timid about One of Dem, the new seven-track EP from Archangel and Crown Vega—two military veterans turned lyrical tacticians. This isn’t just a record; it’s a statement. Built from the raw grit of real-life experiences and sharpened with studio precision, the project fuses streetwise storytelling with heavyweight production. From the opening bars of “F U” to the steady climb of “Go the Distance,” the EP doesn’t flinch. It locks eyes. One of Dem is available now on all major streaming platforms, and it’s already turning heads in the underground scene for all the right reasons.
What makes One of Dem hit harder than your average debut is its balance of muscle and meaning. Tracks like “We da Ones” and “In the Way” aren’t just anthems—they’re blueprints for anyone building their own empire. You can hear the conviction behind every bar, the kind that only comes from living through it. “They saw something needed and delivered,” the duo says—and they’re not wrong. With moody, bass-forward beats crafted by ADG, T. Eddie, Trizz Money, J. Gill, IShallBKing and J-Nickelz, and electrified by D Spiffy’s guitar solos, the sonic backdrop pushes each lyric into high-definition.
But this isn’t all fire and flex. What sets the project apart is its emotional discipline. While “Everything but Basic” flashes style and presence, “I Need That” carries a quiet urgency—more hunger than ego. Every line feels earned, never forced. The closer, “Motion,” winds things down with cinematic swagger, offering no neat bow, just the kind of unfinished business that begs for a repeat listen. It’s confident without being cocky, sharp without showboating. Fans of Nipsey Hussle or Pusha T will find familiar ground, but what Archangel and Crown Vega bring is uniquely their own.
Their chemistry is the backbone of this project. Both veterans, their bond goes deeper than the studio—there’s a brotherhood here, forged long before the booth. That unspoken understanding fuels every track. There’s no tug-of-war over verses, just a shared purpose that pushes the whole EP forward. One of Dem isn’t chasing trends or algorithms. It’s built to last, designed for those who know the cost of showing up every day, and still do it anyway.
And they know who they’re talking to. Whether you’re pushing plates at the gym, cruising after hours, or just staring down your goals with headphones on, One of Dem was made to move you. This is motivational fuel in its rawest form—equal parts defiant and reflective. The beats slap, the words cut, and the message sticks: keep going. If you’re into Benny the Butcher, Dave East, or anyone else who laces street wisdom with real-life stakes, this EP will feel like home.
But this is just chapter one. Archangel and Crown Vega are already plotting the next move—more music, more visuals, more ways to tell their story. And they’re not doing it for clout. “We appreciate every eye and ear that took the time to look and listen,” they say, and it rings true. There’s gratitude here—but also fire. One of Dem isn’t just their debut—it’s their foundation.
Stream One of Dem now on Spotify, or catch the visuals on YouTube to experience the full scope of their sound. This is music for the self-starters, the survivors, the ones who don’t wait for permission to win. As Archangel and Crown Vega put it best: this project speaks for itself—and it’s speaking loud enough to shake the underground to its core.
