Clement Marfo, a South London grime MC, a few years ago
realised he wanted a band to accompany his rapping, he discussed this with friend Dion (drums) and together, through various different contacts, they put the band together and Clement Marfo and The Frontline was born (CMTF). CMTF boast a unique selling-point that is practically unrivaled in the music industry, given the rarity of
a rock band combined with a grime MC. As a result, the sound is simply
electrifying, it is clear there are grime influences prevelant but also a stimulating
rock energy.
What’s the most important characteristic for being
successful in the music industry? Amazing vocals perhaps…the ability to perform
well live…or maybe its good looks. Well whilst it’s not to say these attributes
aren’t helpful, but it seems according Clement Marfo and the Frontline, with their explosive rock/grime sound, hard work is key. This tale told, in their second major
Overtime featuring Ghetts, chosen, according to Clement Marfo, for his
unstoppable work-ethic, "his hustle is amazing."
The tune starts off, with an urban feel, a hip-hop type beat
and Marfo’s vocals, “The hustle’s in my heart, the hustles in my nature”, the
song in itself is raw and unrefined, which works effectively to show the grit
and determination the songs about. The chorus is memorable and powerful and
shows off the rock-side of the band with lead singer Kojo , “Mamma told me a little
known fact…you gotta work overtime, overtime”, proceeded by the chant-like
line, “Nobody works no harder than me…nobody works no harder than we!” This arrangement
is continued throughout the song, with Ghetts on the last verse, the song
really gives us an insight into the hard-work and dedication it takes in
becoming a successful musician, Ghetts raps, “Me I’m out the door before you
hear the birds humming…” Inspiring stuff.
The video interchanges between shots of the vocalists (Clement
Marfo, Kojo and Ghetts) and the band walking through the streets to unveil a
giant Clement Marfo and the Frontline flag on City Hall! They’ve got attitude
and they’ve certainly got enormous potential, I strongly urge to check out
Overtime, as well as their earlier single Champion and their latest single
Mayhem featuring the legendary UK
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