An EP informed by sonic exploration, the textured Toxic Traits sees DarkoVibes add to his oeuvre with signature eclecticism. This dynamic project is almost breathless; fusing drill, Afrobeats, hiplife, and electronic sounds that house the artist’s reflections on romantic relationships, success, and life. As engaging flows and indigenous lyricism meet uptempo instrumentation, the Ghanaian rapper explores various moods with a melodic touch matched by guests Kofi Mole, Twitch 4EVA, and Quamina Mp. This stellar cast helps DarkoVibes’ exploration across sonic boundaries over genre-melding production provided by King Wizard, Hylander, and Nxwrth. While opener “Millions” serves as a bass-laden mission statement, and “Snap” and “Baddie” gear towards the sensual side, the standout “Replica (The Greatest)” is a well-earned flex delivered over a dance-inspired soundscape. It’s this sense of range that separates DarkoVibes from his peers, along with his evolving skill to incorporate different facets into a singular body of work.