Asun Eastwood, SLNC, and IM’PERETIV Deliver Unfiltered Truth on New Single “No Lies”

Toronto’s Asun Eastwood, North Carolina’s SLNC, and award-winning Canadian producer IM’PERETIV come together on “No Lies,” a raw, boom-bap-driven single that pulls no punches. Gritty, cinematic, and unapologetically direct, the track channels a Griselda-esque intensity while carving out a distinct identity rooted in precision lyricism and hard-earned perspective. Available now on all major streaming platforms, “No Lies” stands as a testament to chemistry built on respect, consistency, and craft.

This collaboration isn’t a one-off moment. Asun Eastwood, SLNC, and IM’PERETIV have been steadily building a shared sonic language over the years, with previous collaborations like Eye of Saadiq (2021) featuring Dystrakted, and Whoa! (2022) alongside Pro Dillinger, with cuts by Dystrakted. Both tracks appeared on IM’PERETIV’s critically acclaimed Burial Plots & Pyramid Schemes, a project that helped establish the trio’s reputation for uncompromising underground hip-hop. With “No Lies,” that foundation is reinforced and elevated.

Performed by Asun Eastwood and SLNC, the record thrives on sharp storytelling and unapologetic delivery. Both emcees attack the beat with conviction, trading bars that balance street wisdom, introspection, and emotional weight. There’s no filler here—every verse is purposeful, every line delivered with clarity and intent.

On the boards, IM’PERETIV crafts a haunting, atmospheric production that sets the perfect tone. The beat is cinematic and menacing, allowing space for the lyrics to breathe while maintaining a constant sense of tension. The final polish comes courtesy of Jamie Kuse, whose mixing and mastering sharpen the record’s impact without sacrificing its raw edge. Visually, the artwork by Nate Butcher Media complements the sound, reinforcing the stark, no-frills aesthetic.

“No Lies” is more than a single—it’s a continuation of a creative alliance that values authenticity over trends. For fans of gritty boom-bap, street-level lyricism, and underground rap with substance, this release hits exactly where it’s meant to.

Tap in, scrunch your face, and sit with the weight of the bars—“No Lies” is out now on all major streaming platforms.

Credits:

Written & Performed by Asun Eastwood, SLNC

Produced by IM’PERETIV

Mixed & Mastered by Jamie Kuse

Artwork by Nate Butcher Media