Freddy GruesumvsLes Sumériens

The Word Up stage was set for a 'battle sur beat' showdown between Freddy Gruesum and Les Sumériens, a clash that had the chat buzzing with anticipation. From the jump, Les Sumériens came with that heavy text, laced with Quebec rap references that hit home for the local heads, surprising many with a strong round one showing. That dude's pen game was undeniable.

But as the rounds progressed, Freddy Gruesum started to find his pocket, settling into the groove with a flow that was just too smooth on the instrumental. While the bars from Sumériens were definitely snapping, the crowd felt Freddy's overall comfort and delivery on the beat was the difference-maker. He rode the rhythms like a seasoned vet, proving that being 'at home' on the track is key in a beat battle setting.

Despite the clear lyrical effort from Les Sumériens, the general consensus leaned towards Freddy Gruesum securing the dub, largely due to his superior performance over the classic 'Shook Ones' instrumental. However, the battle wasn't without its bumps, as the overall audio mix caught flak from the jump, making it tough for some to fully catch every punch and scheme thrown. Still, the energy was there, showcasing two emcees leaving it all on the stage.