Take a trip up and down the West Coast with Vocab Slick and DJ True Justice in the new video for “No Time to Lose,” an uplifting and nostalgic track featuring funky production by Chef Boyz. The duo shot the video during their fall 2023 tour, also named “No Time To Lose,” that took them all over California and up through Oregon and Washington.
You’ll see various live performances as well as some sightseeing in the visuals, which were directed by Mandela Newman and edited by William Rushton Films. This includes gorgeous footage of the Santa Cruz pier and boardwalk, the stages of Nevada City and Redding, and even the last standing Blockbuster in Bend, OR —and that’s just a sample of what’s on display.
The duo of Vocab Slick and DJ True Justice captures the technical ability of Hip-hop giants while inviting the listener to remember a time when sleek rhyme schemes reigned supreme. There is a jovial rawness to “No Time To Lose” that is undeniably captivating. Vocab Slick delivers searing verses only to be interrupted by a soulful hook, and all of this vocal magic sits comfortably over the booming drums of the instrumental. Justice’s scratches add the final piece to this nostalgic hip-hop puzzle. While “No Time To Lose” is inherently inspired by classic hip-hop records, this is not a copy-and-past job. Slick’s refreshing perspective brings new life to his songwriting, and Justice’s scratches continue to evolve deep into his career. “No Time To Lose” captures the fun of hitting the road with artists who inspire you and flips it into a celebration of the genre that touches on hip-hop’s legacy without bluntly borrowing from it.
