Zed is one of the standout figures of 13Block. At a time when the group was enjoying widespread recognition, Stavo announced that “BLO III wouldn’t be released anytime soon”. A collective pause that led each member of the Sevran crew to refocus on individual paths, while leaving the door open for a potential reunion.
Some time ago, Zed reached a major turning point with “Malcom”, a powerful project that moved close to 10,000 copies in its first week alone. A strong performance that was quickly rewarded with a gold certification, likely the first of his solo career.
Today, the rapper opens a new chapter with the release of “Nephilim Pt.1”. A dense and ambitious body of work, featuring collaborations with IDS & L2B, Leto, RK, and 1Pliké140, further cementing his position within the current rap landscape.
Zed also unveils the visual for his collaboration with 1Pliké140. The track, titled “Choppa”, perfectly captures the raw energy and underlying tension that run through this new project.
Zed and 1Pliké140 are in full “Choppa” mode!
The instrumental production is handled by Eliyel & Sokol. A duo already well known for their standout collaborations, including “Kat” by Gazo, “Paris” by Nono La Grinta, and “I’m Sorry” by La Mano 1.9. Two producers deeply rooted in the sound and codes of the emerging Paris-area trap / drill scene.
The production stands out for its unapologetic roughness: raw, powerful, and stripped of any excess. Carried by this dark instrumental, both rappers deliver a barrage of sharp punchlines, occasionally laced with biting dark humor:
“I show up high in front of the judge, so I’m not sure I’ll ever see daylight again (nyoum, nyoum, nyoum)”
“Five stars, catch me on a king size (su), you don’t buy your balls on Temu (Temu)”
The visual is directed by Arthur Keasy. Shot in black and white, with an electrifying, no-frills atmosphere, the video fits squarely within the tradition of raw and authentic street visuals. A territory Keasy knows well, having previously collaborated with Zed on “2.80”, and also directed “Tu veux quoi ?” by Landy and Franglish, as well as “La jeunesse dorée” by Guy2Bezbar.
