In this new entry in our ‘Diamonds In The Rough’ category, we would like to introduce you to upcoming artist Mang and his brand new album titled Disaster On Neptune.
Mang emerges from the shadows with Disaster On Neptune, his highly anticipated first solo-produced album—a daring, 15-track odyssey that blurs the line between inner reflection and outer chaos. A deeply personal body of work, this album is more than a collection of songs; it’s a full-spectrum narrative journey through the artist’s own shadow self.
From start to finish, Disaster On Neptune is crafted to be experienced as a singular piece. All but one track—“Foreign Friend”—are produced by Mang himself, showcasing not only his vision as an artist but his prowess behind the boards. The lone outside production serves as a subtle contrast, a sonic anomaly that reflects the album’s themes of alienation and transformation.
Accompanied by a full-length album film, this release aims to engage not just ears but eyes and emotions, inviting listeners to step inside Mang’s headspace as he navigates vulnerability, identity, and the darker corners of the psyche.
The album opens with “Mistaken,” setting the tone with brooding soundscapes and cryptic lyricism before unraveling into tracks like “Charlotte’s Web” and the explosive “Hurricane Season,” which features a haunting vocal performance from Dishwater Blonde. Other collaborations—such as the electrifying “Minute To Kill” featuring 5AM and the soulful “Lights Flicker” with CerVon Campbell—provide rich textures without diluting Mang’s introspective narrative voice.
From the raw honesty of “Dead Prez” to the emotional ache in “Your Face,” Mang proves he’s not afraid to sit in discomfort and turn it into art. Songs like “Wrap Ur Love” and “More To Give” dig deep into relational dynamics, while instrumentals like “Peggy’s Piano” close the album with a sense of quiet reflection.
Highlights like “81 (Save My Life)” and “Things To Change” stand as anthems of resilience, capturing the turbulent emotional undertow that defines Disaster On Neptune. This is an album for late-night drives, heavy headphones, and solitary moments of reckoning.
With Disaster on Neptune, Mang doesn’t just drop music—he drops a world. Dive in, and don’t expect to surface the same.
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