Brooklyn’s beloved Pete’s Candy Store prides itself on high-quality authentic material, making it the perfect stage for Flippin’ Gothic Fabp’s freestyle verses. At Pete’s weekly open mic last Sunday, Fabp made his appearance on the intimate basement stage, carving a singular presence amidst the backdrop of fairy lights, vintage candles, and cozy mismatched seating.
Fabp’s chill composure and casual attire melded seamlessly with the venue’s aesthetic. He wasn’t just performing; he was weaving lyrics into the candlelit crawlspace, pacing deliberately to anchor each moment in dramatic tension.
Building his set upon previous performances, this open mic revealed a more introspective side as Fabp sang about his journey as an artist. His flow leaned into a measured cadence, never rushed, allowing shadowy poetic imagery to breathe.
While Fabp is known to thrive on dense beats and theatrical flair, his performance at Pete’s took inspiration from reggae, opting for a pared back accompaniment and subtle percussion loops. This minimalism spotlighted his lyrical craft, offering a window into a freestylist who’s as comfortable conjuring internal landscapes as he is at commanding live rooms.
The crowd, a modest stage-facing audience, leaned in as he shifted between hushed verses and dynamic turns. As usual, Fabp worked the room with ease, getting cheers and chuckles with his shoutouts to the venue and its patrons. Even though his crowd work filled up the basement’s atmosphere, it felt deliberate and connective, not mere showmanship.
If Fabp carries this confidence into larger venues, backed by refined accompaniments and set dynamics, we may soon see him headline intimate arts spaces, with room to explore darkness and vulnerability at scale. The dimly-lit basement of Pete’s Candy Store may prove to be the crucible for his most compelling work yet.
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