Joshua Idehen’s Mum Does The Washing EP is a masterclass in spoken word artistry intertwined with pulsating beats and reflective soundscapes. A collaboration with Swedish producer Ludvig Parment, the four-track collection bridges the gap between the mundane and the profound, crafting stories that resonate deeply while urging you to move.
The title track, “Mum Does The Washing,” showcases Idehen’s talent for transforming the everyday into poetry. Through the lens of a mother’s laundry routine, he delivers humor and wisdom in equal measure, a feat that’s earned the track acclaim from tastemakers like Jamz Supernova. Idehen’s spoken delivery is magnetic, inviting listeners to see beauty in life’s small rituals.
“Could Be Forever” shifts gears, exploring the selfless love of individuals whose sacrifices transcend the artist’s personal experience. The two stories – a Kenyan man caring for his ailing wife in Sweden and an immigrant dentist bartending to support his daughter – become deeply moving thanks to Idehen’s lyrical reverence.
The standout “Tactics for Survival” combines Hanakiv’s minimalist piano with experimental beats to capture the universal struggle of enduring a pandemic. It’s spoken word as survival guide, made danceable yet meditative.
Closing with a reimagining of Talking Heads’ “Once in a Lifetime,” Idehen adds introspection and gospel-tinged vocals, a fitting end to an EP that traverses joy, doubt, and gratitude.
With Mum Does The Washing, Joshua Idehen reminds us of the power of spoken word to connect, inspire, and move. This is poetry for the dance floor and the soul.
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