Brisbane rapper Tu P is addressing his Agenda (out Oct 29, 2020) of “examining political and health issues in a bio-psychosocial framework.” The multi-talented rapper is also a doctor in family and mental health, so he knows the real-world ramifications of the themes he tackles in his music. Since his 2012 debut, Tu P has grown his craft and sharpened his criticism, flow, and execution. His newest album features a surge of political musings, drawing on his experiences as a second-generation Vietnamese Australian while calling for action, inclusion, and social progress. His laid back delivery might not recall the harsh, ballistic flow of rap’s most outspoken figures, but Tu P knows that the message is in the music, and subtlety doesn’t negate his thoughtful musings. While he does his part t...
