K-OS - 'Crabbuckit'

Origin: Toronto, ON
Category: NORTHERN ELIXIR
Cherchez La Moose: K-os is long overdue for a Northern Elixir. Crabbuckit isn't my favourite from 2004's awesome Joyful Rebellion, but it's the song that many consider to be his breakthrough, at least in terms of mainstream appeal. Stylistically, it was on a different level when it came out. I bought the album and realized on first listen just how special an artist K-os is. Every song sounded totally different from the next, but they were all quite good. It feels like his star has faded in recent years, but K-os is still releasing albums. In fact, his single 4, 3, 2, 1 from 2009's Yes! is one of his best ever. He doesn't seem to be slowing down, so hopefully his audience can keep up.