"Once Upon a Crime" is a gritty, boom bap-driven collaboration between Brooklyn veteran Ruste Juxx and German producer Boomboii. Across four raw and focused tracks, the project pays homage to the golden era of East Coast hip-hop, blending heavy sample chops, hard drums, and precise cuts. From the soulful ride of "Cruisin" to the no-frills punch of "Rugged and Raw," the EP offers a straight-up, authentic hip-hop experience.