03/06/2026
U Don’t Deserve This Beautiful Art proudly presents the new album from Rapswell, “MAX POETICS.” Now available for preorder on vinyl and digital.
MAX POETICS is a collaboration between two long-time musical partners in crime Rapswell & SQ, known for their work with the celebrated group PENPALS. After a decade of putting out albums under that moniker, this is Rapswell’s first official solo effort, and an opportunity to showcase what makes his particular brand of artistry so unique. Over the course of 12 tracks, Swell takes the listener through a journey into the depths of his mind as he tackles subjects such as mental health, spiritual growth, and the finer points of making a pot of split pea soup. He also brings in the talents of his extended fam, with verses from Armand Hammer’s ELUCID, Moses Rockwell, NAHreally, and andrew, among others. Their shared sensibilities demonstrate a sense of community around the current independent hip-hop scene that is felt strongly throughout the duration of the album.
Whether you’ve been a supporter of the Filthy Animals Music (https://pen-pals.bandcamp.com) crew for years or this is your first foray into his music, this is a great introduction to the latest version of Maxwell Tetrault aka Rapswell. The album that allows him to fully express himself over SQ’s tapestry of sounds and reveals songwriting at the zenith of his prowess, MAX POETICS is a rare gem.
https://uddtba.bandcamp.com/album/max-poetics
