Grind + Eat + Pray Album Cover Art: Photo by Ray Arias Graphic Design by Ed Phillips
The Grind + Eat + Pray EP begins with a one minute track titled ‘Shoot From the Hip’ in which, the New York born rapper, E.O.R, describes the grind as ‘aiming for the top’. The album features five old-school styled rap songs that feel poetic and soulful.
Grind + Eat + Pray flawlessly balances lyricism with quality musical production. The vocals and music adequately complement the story without overpowering one another. E.O.R made the best use of his EP by prioritizing sequential verses over contemporary hook and chorus to emphasize his metaphorical and classic storytelling.
Overall, Grind + Eat + Pray is a nine minute autobiography that is authentic, vulnerable, and inspiring. According to E.O.R, ‘You ain’t living if you ain’t using your gift’. His gift is his ability to rhyme while telling a story. This is an album that encourages dream chasing, risk taking, and being true to yourself.