Faster Than Light Feature: Chuck T Dope – "Section 2600"

Faster Than Light Feature: Chuck T Dope – Section 2600

When it comes to hip-hop, authenticity can’t be faked. Chuck T Dope’s new EP Section 2600 is a prime example of an artist rapping directly from his lane — no filler, no borrowed style, just pure Chuck T.

The Production: Made The Jag Purr

The project kicks off with T.O.D, a track that instantly caught my attention. The beat is fire — heavy bass and subs that had the Jag thumpin’. Chuck T himself mentioned it reminded him of Wiz Khalifa’s Memorized, and it set the tone perfectly for the EP.

As a whole, the production doesn’t necessarily stick to one defined soundscape. That makes it a little tricky to pinpoint Chuck T’s exact approach. Some beats leaned toward gritty street energy, while one dipped into NY Drill — a sound I don’t personally care for. But even then, Chuck T’s delivery elevated it. Across the board, the project is full of elite penmanship and confidence, the kind you only get from someone rooted in that street rap bag.

Real & Raw

Chuck T does a fair share of flexing, but his lyricism stands out because it’s real and raw. It’s authentic block talk, and honestly, you might not even understand some of it unless you speak the lingo. That’s part of what makes it so impressive — it feels like being a part of his world.

If you have any street ties in Denver, this sound feels like a mirror of that reality. Every word sounds 1000% like Chuck T himself, no one else. In a market where so many artists sound like their inspirations, he’s carved out individuality that’s rare.

Critique: Soundscape

If I had one critique, it’s the cohesiveness of the EP. T.O.D carries a chill, night-drive energy, while a track like Doing Numbers feels more like a daytime ride to the function. That variety adds replay value, but it also made me wish there were more tracks in the vein of T.O.D to lock in a stronger sonic theme.

Still, the overall mood is clear: a blend of late-night cruising and gritty realism. And most importantly, every track sounds exactly like something Chuck T would rap on — his brand is intact and undeniable.

Chuck T’s Lane - 2 Way Player

What makes Chuck T unique isn’t just his bars. His hooks pull you into his world — catchy without ever being corny, grounded in his lingo, and impossible to replicate. Nobody else could write Chuck T’s hooks for him; they simply wouldn’t hit the same. So he can rap his ass off, AND he writes dope hooks. We need that in the game.

Sonically, I think there’s still an evolutionary step waiting for him, one that comes from locking in a hard definition of his soundscape. But even now, Chuck T represents what I’ve always thought should be called the “Denver Sound.” His music is what I play for the out-of-town homies to give them a taste of our city’s flavor.

Standout Tracks

• T.O.D – A flawless opener with chill, confident energy and undeniable replay value.
• Scoreboard – Pure confidence and raw energy that hits heavy in the car.

Both tracks showcase Chuck T Dope at his best.

Final Thoughts

Section 2600 isn’t about chasing trends or sounding like the next man. It’s raw, authentic, and unapologetically Chuck T Dope. His pen, delivery, and hooks prove he’s really talented and continues to mold his own lane — one that carries the essence of Denver hip-hop.

Over all I'm giving this a 4/5 Hyper Drives for the execution, heavy bass, and the hits. Taking one away because I wish the soundscape was more consistent. Felt that it could have put this over the top.