Sage & The Tree Team - for all love lost (EP)

Every now and then, an artist or producer steps back, surveys the vault, and realizes the music they once tucked away has finally met its moment. That’s exactly what happened with Sage recently; where he walked us through years of creativity, unfinished ideas, and records that sat patiently until the timing felt right. Instead of scattering these releases one by one, Sage designed a plan: bundle the ones that matter most into a drop that feels necessary, and intentional in today’s climate.

All across Sage’s production are verses from Eastside Fish, Niko2K, King Khali, 98Priest, Tonsoul, and Levicantsing. What makes the project special is that not one artist outshines individually. They move like a trained unit. Every verse feels connected, every tone settles into harmony, and every feature feeds your soul while keeping your heart lifted.

One of the toughest cuts on the project, “Neva Outta Bounds” pairs Fish and Khali, who once again prove they should always be on the same record. Their chemistry is ridiculous; aggression balanced with grit, layered with wordplay that cuts sharp. When these two tag-team, it’s a guaranteed standout.

Tonsoul delivers twice on the tracklist with Wet and Mango Theory, and I’ll keep it real with you; these are those joints. The type you throw on to lighten the whole room, shift the energy, and remind yourself it’s okay to feel good. They’re smooth, soulful, and replay-ready.

Then you’ve got Sheesh from Levicantsing… listen, be careful. Play this around your lady and you might be expecting in six months. It’s that type of vibe; warm, melodic, and dangerously catchy.

The wildest part? These tracks were made between 2018 and 2023, yet not a single one feels dated. If anything, they’ve only grown more relevant. Not a single track shows its age. Instead, they feel perfectly placed, sequenced, and aligned for right now. Sage mounted them exactly where they need to be; proof that good music doesn’t expire, it just waits for the right light.

With this release, Sage may have quietly opened the door for more surprises. And honestly? I’m hoping more unexpected joints surface in the new year. If this is what he’s been holding onto, imagine what else is in the vault.