The Upside by Spank Rock is an energetic and dynamic album that showcases the artist's unique talent for blending hip-hop, electronic, and dance music. The album features a variety of guest artists, including Santigold, Amanda Blank, and Big Freedia, each of whom adds their own distinct flavor to the tracks they appear on.
From the opening track, "Nasty," it's clear that Spank Rock is not afraid to push boundaries and experiment with different sounds and styles. The beats are heavy and the lyrics are explicit, but there's also a playfulness and humor to the music that keeps it from feeling too aggressive or confrontational.
Highlights of the album include "Gully," a raucous party anthem that features Big Freedia's signature bounce style, and "Energy," a high-energy track that blends elements of techno and house music with Spank Rock's rapid-fire rhymes.