Once More (EP)
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| Released | August 1, 2025 | |||
| Genre | Hip-hop | |||
| Length | 13:20 | |||
| Label | Atlantic | |||
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| Source | Rating |
| Pitchfork | 8.0/10[1] |
Once More is an extended play (EP) by the American rapper Xaviersobased. It was surprise-released on August 1, 2025,[2] through Atlantic Records.[1] It is a six-track hip-hop album that marks a stylistic refinement of Xaviersobased's sound, blending internet-era subgenres such as jerk, cloud rap, pluggnB, and hyperpop.
Musical style
Once More is a hip-hop EP,[1] blending elements from several internet-era subgenres, including jerk, cloud rap, pluggnB,[3][4] and hyperpop.[4] With six tracks,[4][5] these genres are interpreted according to Gabriel Bras Nevares of HotNewHipHop through "minimal", "icy", and "sharp" production choices,[3] with sleek synth melodies[4] and unconventional samples contributing to its experimental atmosphere.[3] The track "Uncomfy", a collaboration with OsamaSon, is highlighted for its integration of shoegaze-inspired textures,[5] which features reverb-heavy guitars and feedback tones.[1] Davy Reed of The Face highlighted the juxtaposition of his raps against the shoegaze instrumentals as "strangely poignant".[6]
Pitchfork's Olivier Lafontant says that his vocal delivery ranges from a "deadpan whisper" to a more melodic, high-pitched tone,[1] often interacting closely with the percussive elements.[3] Lyrically, the EP maintains his characteristic brevity and lighthearted tone, with moments of surreal imagery and humor.[1]
The EP retains his post-SoundCloud era[4] and expansion on his signature sound with increased polish and structural refinement that characterized his earlier work, such as in Keep It Goin Xav.[1][3] Once More has been described by Nevares as Xaviersobased's most "ethereal" project to date.[3] Lafontant noted that Once More refines what has been described as his "singularly unrefined style",[1] presenting a cleaner, more melodic, and tightly curated approach without compromising the eccentricity of his earlier releases.[3]
Track listing
Credits adapted from Tidal.[7]
| No. | Title | Producer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "she omd onna low" | 444jet | 1:55 |
| 2. | "fly" (featuring backend) | Xaviersobased | 2:29 |
| 3. | "uncomfy" (featuring OsamaSon) | nurse | 2:55 |
| 4. | "worth it" |
| 1:32 |
| 5. | "red snapper" | tina | 2:20 |
| 6. | "ion kno" |
| 2:07 |
| Total length: | 13:20 | ||
References
- ^ a b c d e f g h Lafontant, Olivier (August 6, 2025). "Xaviersobased: once more EP Review". Pitchfork. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ Williams, Stereo (August 1, 2025). "The Listening: New Metro Boomin, Ciara Links With Latto, AI-Assisted Aaliyah and More". Okayplayer. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f g Nevares, Gabriel Bras (August 4, 2025). "xaviersobased Delivers His Most Ethereal Songs Yet On once more EP". HotNewHipHop. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e Bernstein, Elaina (August 4, 2025). "xaviersobased Cleans Up Nice on Refined Six-Track EP, once more". Hypebeast. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ a b Daville, Jordan. "4 New Albums You Need: xaviersobased, Sofia Kourtesis, Sex Week, and more". The Fader. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ Reed, Davy (August 4, 2025). "xaviersobased and Osamason rap against a wall of shoegaze guitars on…". The Face. Retrieved August 6, 2025.
- ^ "once more / Xaviersobased / Credits". Tidal. Retrieved August 6, 2025.