Deca

Deca probably has one of the most distinct voices in local hip-hop. His gruff and rigid vocal style, which recalls an alto-voiced Supernatural, is one of his strengths; it grabs your attention instantly, even if it’s a bit monotonous. Lyrically, Deca’s as solid as they come. On The Hedonist, his debut disc, his dexterous wordplay is bolstered by excellent production; head-bangers such as “Strung Out Dreamer,” “Second Time Around” and “Sideshow Freak” showcase his flow over hot, riot-starting beats. The entire project, though nice overall, is at times undermined by an uneven mix, with a sample here or a beat there drowning out Deca’s rhymes — so much so that you actually miss a bar or two. Webster’s defines a hedonist as someone who pursues or is devoted to pleasure, particularly when it comes to the senses. To that end, Deca has succeeded in making sure that The Hedonist (due to be released this Friday, May 4, at the Marquis Theater) lives up to its name.