ZZBRA

Canuck rap vet Moka Only and Vancity rapper Evil Ebenezer are ZZbra, an absurdist rap duo whose debut, The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, is the companion to a fictional jungle adventure film. What you need to know: there's a song called "I Look Lebanese," where the duo discuss their swarthy complexions over a Middle Eastern sample. The concept is carried by the MCs' chemistry: Moka's mumbly croak plays off Ebenezer's nasally tone well, while the Draft Dodgers' production complements the inanity like a nice chianti does fava beans. "Running Back" is a 1984 vintage slow jam, complete with ridiculous metal solo, while "Raisins" channels the Monkees for a dedication to the group's favourite snack. "Green" is Scooby-Doo soundtrack wiggy, with Moka and Ebenezer rapping about the titular colour. In the increasingly dour modern rap world, an album this endearingly weird and fun is a treat. The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack is the perfect music to falling asleep while watching '60s cartoons on mushrooms.