{"title":"Mos Def + Talib Kweli + Black Star","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"mos-def-true-magic-2lp","title":"Mos Def: True Magic 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe first thing you notice about Mos Def\u003c\/i\u003e's new album is the packaging, which is minimal to the point that there has to be a purpose behind it. The album comes in a clear plastic sleeve with nothing but a \"Parental Advisory\" sticker on the front and the Geffen barcode on the back, and Mos' big purple face stares out at you from the front of the disc. Anyway, you already know \"Undeniable\" (which has been moving out on 12\" quicker than we can order it) but check out shit like Mos' Katrina freestyle over \"Nolia Clap,\" \"Dollar Day,\" or the haunting \"Murder of a Teenage Life.\" Mos sticks to his guns here, further developing his trademark cadence and sound on sing-songy stuff like \"There Is A Way\" and more straightforward joints like \"Thug Is A Drug.\" Just like The New Danger, another solid album from Mos. 14 tracks; 52 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\u003cul\u003e\r  \u003cli\u003emusic label: Geffen \/ 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by the mgmnt 01\/2007\u003c\/h6\u003e\r\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003c\/p\u003e\r \r.","brand":"Mos Def","offers":[{"title":"vinyl 2lp","offer_id":185472942,"sku":"hh-3102","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/mos-1.gif?v=1759251331"},{"product_id":"mos-def-mos-dub-lp","title":"Mos Def: Mos Dub Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eVinyl version repressed!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMax Tannone\u003c\/strong\u003e, the producer responsible for \u003ci\u003eJaydiohead\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eDoublecheck Your Head\u003c\/i\u003e, drops his latest mash-up masterpiece, \u003ci\u003eMos Dub\u003c\/i\u003e. As the title suggests, these are \u003cstrong\u003eMos Def\u003c\/strong\u003e tracks mashed up with classic reggae\/dub riddims, and once again Max Tannone is able to pull it off with with class and style. Features lyrics from your favorite Mos' tracks like \"Ms. Fat Booty\" (\"Ms. Vampire Booty\"), \"Travellin' Man\" (\"Travellin' Underground\"), \"Beef\" (\"Johnny Too Beef\"), \"Universal Magnetic\" (\"Mr. Universe\"), \"Mathematics\" (\"In My Math\"), \"History\" (\"History Town\"), over skankin' riddims from \u003cstrong\u003eLee Perry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKing Tubby\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eErrol Thompson\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDesmond Dekker\u003c\/strong\u003e, and others. 10 tracks total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003erandom colored vinyl pressing (shipped randomly)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Von Bee 04\/2015\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Mos Def","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP *LocBox010","offer_id":247684598,"sku":"hh-3568","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/mosdub-colors1.jpg?v=1762199943"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-dub-kweli-lp","title":"Talib Kweli : Dub Kweli LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMax Tannone follows up his very sought-after Mos Dub\u003c\/i\u003e album with another outstanding hip-hop\/reggae project, \u003ci\u003eDub Kweli\u003c\/i\u003e. The formula remains the same - big tracks from the BK MC matched up with classic reggae dubs. What also remains consistent is the New York-based DJ\/producer's commitment to quality. This isn't your typical \"mash-up\" release; there is not a moment in the album where the vocals sound off key or out of place, and all the tracks sound as if they were original materials, not remixes (even Kweli himself has stated that he likes the album, according to Tannone's website). Check out \"Country Of Loving,\" which is \"Country Cousins\" over Michael Prophet's \"Sweet Loving\" and Scientist's \"Ghost Of Frankenstein\" or \"Garvey Gets By\" consisting of \"Get By\" over King Tubby \u0026amp; Errol Thompson's \"Marcus Garvey Dub.\" Also, \"Panta Move\" featuring \"Move Somethin\" over \"Black Panta\" by Lee \"Scratch\" Perry, and \"Words High,\" which is Talib's verse from Kanye's \"Get Em Hight\" over Jah Marcus' \"Words In Dub\" are dope. Recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by nakinboots 10\/2010\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Talib Kweli","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":280766252,"sku":"hh-3766","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/dubkweli-lp.jpg?v=1762200399"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-prisoner-of-conscious-2lp","title":"Talib Kweli: Prisoner of Conscious 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\u003ci\u003eTalib Kweli is back!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003ePrisoner Of Conscious\u003c\/i\u003e is the Brooklyn rapper's 5th solo effort, and is a slight departure from his previous works in terms of style. Taking the title as a hint, it seems Kweli is breaking out of the \"conscious rap\" umbrella he's been under since the days of working with Mos Def, Hi-Tek, and even Madlib. Not to say his impeccable flow isn't intact (in fact, it sounds better than ever), but here he's branching out and collaborating with a broader ranger of artists, and even including some radio-friendly joints in the mix! Check some of the more surprising collabs like \"Push Thru\" with Kendrick Lamar \u0026amp; Curren$y, \"Come Here\" with Miguel, and \"Before He Walked\" with Nelly, while tracks like \"High Life\" with Rubix \u0026amp; Bajah and \"Favela Love\" with Seu Jorge incorporate eclectic world influence via Nigerian and Brazilian vibes. The rest of the tracks stay solid with production from hip-hop heavyweights like Oh No, RZA, Sean C \u0026amp; LV, and more. 15 tracks over 2 LPs housed in gatefold sleeve with artwork from Staple and Haze.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003emusic label: Javotti Media 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Von Bee 05\/2013\n\u003c\/h6\u003e\n.","brand":"Talib Kweli","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":308303739,"sku":"hh-3794","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/talibkweli-prisonerofconsci.jpg?v=1759256386"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-gravitas-vinyl-2lp","title":"Talib Kweli: Gravitas Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTalib Kweli seems to get no sleep these days!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eGravitas\u003c\/i\u003e, his sixth studio album, comes hot on the heels of his career changing \u003ci\u003ePrisoner of Conscious\u003c\/i\u003e LP. Where that album found the Brooklyn based MC with the impeccable flow branching out and collaborating with a broader ranger of artists, \u003ci\u003eGravitas\u003c\/i\u003e takes a slightly less commercial route. There are still some big collabs with both Raekwon dropping a verse on \"Violations,\" and Rah Digga and Black Thought of the Roots coming through on \"Art Imitates Life.\" But Kweli brings on some new jacks in The Underachievers who more than hold their own on \"New Leaders,\" a bluesy halftime lament on the state of the world. The production stays tight and eclectic throughout the album. Contributions from up and comers like LordQuest and Thaddeus Dixon fit with efforts from more seasoned veterans like OhNo and J Dilla. 11 tracks over 2 LPs housed in gatefold sleeve with art work by Aaron Kizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\u003cul\u003e\r\u003cli\u003emusic label: Javotti Media 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Kool Moby 03\/2014\u003c\/h6\u003e.","brand":"Talib Kweli","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":585199137,"sku":"hh-3867","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/talibkweli-gravitas.jpg?v=1759258351"},{"product_id":"mos-def-talib-kweli-black-star-two-tone-star-vinyl-vinyl-lp","title":"Black Star: Mos Def \u0026 Talib Kweli Are Black Star (Two-Tone Star Vinyl) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBlack Star still shinin'.\u003c\/i\u003e This album was arguably the apex of the nineties indy rap scene. In 1998 Rawkus was threatening to change the hip-hop structure, and two of the label's most prized artists (\u003ca href=\"turntablelab.com\/search?q=mos+def\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMos Def\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"turntablelab.com\/search?q=talib+kweli\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTalib Kweli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, plus the label's go-to producer \u003ca href=\"turntablelab.com\/search?q=hi+tek\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHi-Tek\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) joined together to form the supergroup known as Black Star. But more importantly, this album did not disappoint the thirsty ears. Singles like \"Definition,\" \"Brown Skin Lady\" and \"Respiration\" remain relevant, even by today's standards. Then you get to re-discover all the excellent album cuts like \"Astronomy\" featuring \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=irvine+weldon\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeldon Irvine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \"Children's Story, Thieves In The Night,\" and \"Twice Inna Lifetime.\" Timeless indy rap, a rare combination. Limited edition remastered repress on two tone pic disc vinyl (featuring all over black stars of course).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etwo-tone black star printed picture disc vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes printed foldout insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 1998\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rawkus 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by the mgmnt 04\/2007\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Black Star","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":944531649,"sku":"hh-3946","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/mosdef-talib-blackstar-1.jpg?v=1762268953"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-quality-vinyl-lp","title":"Talib Kweli: Quality Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eTalib Kweli's\u003c\/b\u003e first proper solo album from 2002\u003c\/i\u003e. As with the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/products\/mos-def-talib-kweli-black-star-two-tone-star-vinyl-vinyl-lp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Star\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e album, \u003cstrong\u003eTalib\u003c\/strong\u003e lets his mind spray on a wide range of topics, this time with an equally wide range of producers and guests. \u003cem\u003eQuality\u003c\/em\u003e has a strong, capable vibe and while it doesn't always flow smoothly track to track, there is a large number of above average songs. Most of the clubbish friendly ones have appeared on single releases, like the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=kanye\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKanye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e produced \"Get By,\" the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=al+green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAl Green\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e sampled \"Good To You\" (also \u003cstrong\u003eKanye\u003c\/strong\u003e), \"Waitin For The DJ\" with \u003cstrong\u003eBilal\u003c\/strong\u003e, \"Guerilla Monsoon Rap\" with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=black+thought\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Thought\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=pharoahe\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePharoahe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003eDJ Quik\u003c\/strong\u003e produced \"Put It In The Air,\" but if you are interested in personal, political moments there's also plenty of those on here too. My sleeper pick is \"Gun Music\" (yes, another \u003cstrong\u003eKanye\u003c\/strong\u003e track), a BK dancehall flavored affair with the \u003cstrong\u003eCocoa Brovaz\u003c\/strong\u003e. 15 tracks total.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 2002\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rawkus 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by the mgmnt 05\/2005\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Talib Kweli","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":944531697,"sku":"hh-3948","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/talib-quality-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1778790619"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-the-beautiful-struggle-vinyl-2lp","title":"Talib Kweli: The Beautiful Struggle Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKweli’s second solo album from 2004.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe Beautiful Struggle\u003c\/i\u003e finds the BK MC still searching for mainstream commercial success that has eluded him thus far, despite the massive success of numerous underground hits along the years. He sounds more confident than ever on tracks like \"Back Up Offa Me,\" produced by his \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=reflection+eternal\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReflection Eternal\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e partner \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=hi-tek\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHi-Tek\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=neptunes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeptunes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-produced banger \"Broken Glass\" that really brings out a fierceness in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=kweli\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKweli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. \"We Know\" and the album’s \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=kanye\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKanye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-produced lead single \"I Try,\" feature \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=faith+evans\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaith Evans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=mary+j+blige\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMary J. Blige\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, respectively, both whom add a much needed warm contrast to Kweli’s often monochromatic flow. Aside from occasional missteps like \"Around My Way,\" whose moving lyrics just barely overcome the saccharine backing track derived from the \u003cstrong\u003ePolice's\u003c\/strong\u003e “Every Little Thing She Does” and the uptempo “We Got The Beat,” this album is Kweli’s most accomplished and mature work, and it makes an impressively strong finish with the triumvirate of \"Ghetto Show\" featuring \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=common\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAnthony Hamilton\u003c\/strong\u003e, \"Black Girl Pain\" featuring \u003cstrong\u003eJean Grae\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the title track. Kweli's greatest strength is the realness of the persona that he projects – not for nothing that he performs under his given name – and when he gives voice to that realness in the best, unforced moments of this album, there's no one that can touch him.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\u003cul\u003e\r\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rawkus 2004 \/ 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Language 05\/2009\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Talib Kweli","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":962210244,"sku":"hh-3952","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/talibkweli-beautifulstrugg.jpg?v=1762269012"},{"product_id":"mos-def-black-on-both-sides-vinyl-2lp","title":"Mos Def: Black On Both Sides Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMos' classic full length solo debut, back on official double vinyl!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cem\u003eBlack On Both Sides\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the crown jewels in the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=rawkus\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRawkus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e catalog - an essential release when it comes to late 90's hip hop. You guys should already know all about this one. Not only was Dante\/Mos\/Yasiin in top form on the mic on EVERY track, but the album also boasted an all-star cast on production with beats from \u003cstrong\u003eDiamond D\u003c\/strong\u003e (\"Hip Hop\"), \u003cstrong\u003ePrimo\u003c\/strong\u003e (\"Mathematics\"), and \u003cstrong\u003e88 Keys\u003c\/strong\u003e (\"Love,\" \"Speed Law\"). It includes the sureshot hit \"Ms. Fat Booty,\" the epic \"Umi Says\" with jazz legend \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=weldon+irvine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeldon Irvine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (produced by Mos himself!), \"Mr. Nigga\" with Q-Tip, \"Do It Now\" with \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/turntablelab.com\/search?q=busta+rhymes\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBusta Rhymes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and more. One of those hip hop albums you can count on again and again, back on official Rawkus labels with full pic sleeve and insert. Recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rawkus 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Von Bee 07\/2011\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e .","brand":"Mos Def","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":1254196876,"sku":"hh-4031","price":37.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/mosdef-blackonbothofficial.jpg?v=1762269902"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-gravitas-colored-vinyl-vinyl-2lp","title":"Talib Kweli: Gravitas (Colored Vinyl) Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTalib Kweli seems to get no sleep these days!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eGravitas\u003c\/i\u003e, his sixth studio album, comes hot on the heels of his career changing \u003ci\u003ePrisoner of Conscious\u003c\/i\u003e LP. Where that album found the Brooklyn based MC with the impeccable flow branching out and collaborating with a broader ranger of artists, \u003ci\u003eGravitas\u003c\/i\u003e takes a slightly less commercial route. There are still some big collabs with both \u003cstrong\u003eRaekwon\u003c\/strong\u003e dropping a verse on \"Violations,\" and \u003cstrong\u003eRah Digga\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Thought\u003c\/strong\u003e of \u003cstrong\u003ethe Roots\u003c\/strong\u003e coming through on \"Art Imitates Life.\" But Kweli brings on some new jacks in The Underachievers who more than hold their own on \"New Leaders,\" a bluesy halftime lament on the state of the world. The production stays tight and eclectic throughout the album. Contributions from up and comers like \u003cstrong\u003eLordQuest\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eThaddeus Dixon\u003c\/strong\u003e fit with efforts from more seasoned veterans like \u003cstrong\u003eOhNo\u003c\/strong\u003e and the late great\u003cstrong\u003e J Dilla\u003c\/strong\u003e. 11 tracks over 2 LPs housed in gatefold sleeve with art work by \u003cstrong\u003eAaron Kizer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecolored vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Javotti Media 2014 \/ 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Kool Moby 03\/2014\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Talib Kweli","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":9995974916,"sku":"hh-4130","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/talibkweli-gravitasblu.jpg?v=1762270955"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-9th-wonder-indie-500-vinyl-2lp","title":"Talib Kweli \u0026 9th Wonder: Indie 500 Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eTalib Kweli \u0026amp; 9th Wonder, a Hip Hop powerhouse.\u003c\/i\u003e It's not everyday we are treated to two of the most respected names in the rap game getting together and making a slamming album of purified Hip Hop. 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The production is also handled by 9th Wonder's Soul Council \/ Jamla family, not solely 9th Wonder, which adds a variety of soul filled joints that keeps things fresh as we move through the 13 tracks.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\u003cul\u003e\r\u003cli\u003emusic label: It's A Wonderful World Music Group 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by Resident Ghost 12\/2015\u003c\/h6\u003e.","brand":"Talib Kweli \u0026 9th Wonder","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":11433952004,"sku":"hh-4142","price":20.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/talib9thwonder-indie500.jpg?v=1759264705"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-madlib-liberation-vinyl-lp","title":"Talib Kweli \u0026 Madlib: Liberation Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOriginally released in 2007 as a free download,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eLiberation\u003c\/i\u003e is a collaborative 9-tracker featuring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?q=talib+kweli\" title=\"Talib Kweli Albums Vinyl LP\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTalib Kweli\u003c\/a\u003e on the mic and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?q=madlib\" title=\"Madlib Vinyl LP\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMadlib\u003c\/a\u003e on the beats (and sometimes on the mic). Kweli is no stranger to working w\/ one producer for an entire project (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?q=reflection+eternal\" title=\"Reflection Eternal Train of Thoughts Vinyl LP\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eReflection Eternal\u003c\/a\u003e!), and his complex, poignant rhymes flow fluently over Monk Hughs production magic. There is definitely chemistry between these two hip-hop stalwarts, check out the following standouts from the album: “What Can I Do,” Happy Home,” “Soul Music,” and “Funny Money.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Blacksmith 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eReviewed by donut savage 09\/2016\u003c\/h6\u003e.","brand":"Talib Kweli \u0026 Madlib","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":24992175688,"sku":"lp-3168","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/talibkweli_madlib-liveration-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1759266957"},{"product_id":"okayplayer-mos-def-and-talib-kweli-are-black-star-album-shirt-black","title":"Okayplayer: Mos Def And Talib Kweli Are Black Star Album Shirt - Black","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlack Star stay shinin'. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=okayplayer\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"okayplayer\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOkayplayer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e gives the all-time classic cover art from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=mos+def\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"mos def\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMos Def\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u0026amp; \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=talib+kweli\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"talib kweli\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTalib Kweli's\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e collab album the t-shirt treatment. 100% cotton, standard fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003estandard fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eofficially licensed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Okayplayer","offers":[{"title":"Black \/ Medium","offer_id":27710078536,"sku":"gr-30761-black-m","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ Large","offer_id":27710078664,"sku":"gr-30762-black-l","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ X-Large","offer_id":27710078792,"sku":"gr-30763-black-xl","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Black \/ XX-Large","offer_id":27710078920,"sku":"gr-30764-black-xxl","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/products\/okayplayer-blackstar-shirt.jpg?v=1759267829"},{"product_id":"talib-kweli-madlib-liberation-2-vinyl-2lp","title":"Talib Kweli \u0026 Madlib: Liberation 2 Vinyl 2LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"Lyrically gifted, socially aware, and politically insightful, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Talib+Kweli\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTalib Kweli\u003c\/a\u003e is one of the most influential hip-hop artists of the last 25 years. His early collaborative albums with Mos Def and Hi-Tek were among the most important releases in the genesis of modern rap, forging a future for thought-provoking lyricism and raw soundscapes at a moment when mass commercialization threatened the soul of the genre. Known for classic collaborative albums with artists like J Dilla, MF DOOM, and Freddie Gibbs, widely celebrated producer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Madlib\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMadlib\u003c\/a\u003e is a sampling savant who has crafted beats for the likes of Erykah Badu, Anderson .Paak, Tyler The Creator, Logic, De La Soul, and many more. After releasing a groundbreaking collaborative project back in 2006, Madlib and Talib Kweli are reuniting for the highly-anticipated follow-up Liberation 2. Expansive in concept, the album is a vivid exploration of revolution, love, pan-Africanism, music, spirituality, and more, with Madlib’s jazz-inflected instrumentals providing the perfect soundtrack. A global call for unity through space and time, Liberation 2 features appearances by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Q-Tip\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQ-Tip\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Westside+Gunn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWestside Gunn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Roc+Marciano\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoc Marciano\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Roy+Ayers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoy Ayers\u003c\/a\u003e, Goapele, Wildchild, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Pink+Siifu\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePink Siifu\u003c\/a\u003e, and more, plus a posthumous verse by Mac Miller. Not on traditional digital outlets, the album is now available in physical form for the first time ever.\" - Nature Sounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efollow-up to MC \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Talib+Kweli\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTalib Kweli\u003c\/a\u003e + producer \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Madlib\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMadlib\u003c\/a\u003e's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/products\/talib-kweli-madlib-liberation-vinyl-lp\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2006 Liberation full-length\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003enot available on digital streaming outlets\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efeaturing a posthumous verse by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Mac+Miller\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMac Miller\u003c\/a\u003e plus collabs w\/ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Q-Tip\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eQ-Tip\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Westside+Gunn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWestside Gunn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Roy+Ayers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRoy Ayers\u003c\/a\u003e + more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprinted insert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Nature Sounds 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Talib Kweli \u0026 Madlib","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":40293494194266,"sku":"hh-5585","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/talibkweli-liberation2-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1762284528"},{"product_id":"black-star-no-fear-of-time-mos-def-talib-kweli-madlib-vinyl-lp","title":"Black Star: No Fear Of Time (Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Madlib) Vinyl LP","description":"\u003cp class=\"faq-quote\"\u003e\"A quarter century since their \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/collections\/all\/products\/mos-def-talib-kweli-black-star-two-tone-star-vinyl-vinyl-lp\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e1998 debut\u003c\/a\u003e, No Fear of Time finally reunites one of the greatest hip-hop duos of all-time, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=black%20star\u0026amp;_=pf\u0026amp;pf_v_artist_manufacturer=Black%20Star\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBlack Star\u003c\/a\u003e. Group members yasin bey (fka \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Mos+Def\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMos Def\u003c\/a\u003e) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Talib+Kweli\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTalib Kweli\u003c\/a\u003e first joined forces to deliver their iconic breakout, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/collections\/all\/products\/mos-def-talib-kweli-black-star-two-tone-star-vinyl-vinyl-lp\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMos Def and Talib Kweli are Black Star\u003c\/a\u003e, which quickly became one of hip-hop's most revered works and launched both already-rising stars into the stratosphere. Although each has since enjoyed success and acclaim in their individual careers, they've never realigned for a sophomore follow-up to that release until now. Produced entirely by renowned beatsmith \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=article%2Cpage%2Cproduct\u0026amp;q=Madlib\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMadlib\u003c\/a\u003e, No Fear of Time has a future vibe with vintage soul. The 9-track album was recorded guerrilla-style in hotels and dressing rooms around the globe, and initially saw a non-traditional release, being made available exclusively on a subscription-based podcast platform. Now, the album is officially available on physical formats for fans worldwide to own and appreciate the triumphant return of Black Star.\" - Rhymesayers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eblack vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edeluxe gatefold sleeve w\/ metallic gold + spot gloss print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rhymesayers 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Black Star","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl LP","offer_id":41459049201754,"sku":"hh-5928","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/blackstar-nofearoftime-blackvinyl-1.jpg?v=1762286066"},{"product_id":"mos-def-the-ecstatic-colored-vinyl-vinyl-2lp-turntable-lab-exclusive","title":"Mos Def: The Ecstatic (Colored Vinyl) Vinyl 2LP - Turntable Lab Exclusive - LIMIT 1 PER CUSTOMER - PRE-ORDER","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Lab review:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The way I feel sometimes its too hard to sit still \/ things are so passionate, times are so real”\u003c\/i\u003e - can’t think of a more important time to repress this record than right now. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Mos+Def\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMos Def\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e continues to set himself apart from the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Rawkus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRawkus\u003c\/a\u003e graduating class by constantly tearing up the rulebook, tapping into blues rock on 2004’s \u003cem\u003eThe New Danger\u003c\/em\u003e and using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Juvenile\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuvenile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e’s “Nolia Clap” as a vehicle for a spine-tingling indictment of the Bush Administration on 2006’s \u003cem\u003eTrue Magic\u003c\/em\u003e. For his fourth (and at time of writing, most recent) solo full-length, Mos reaches into the underground and scoops up cult \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Stones+Throw\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStones Throw\u003c\/a\u003e beatsmiths \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Madlib\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadlib\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?\u0026amp;q=oh%20no\u0026amp;filter=Brand\/Manufacturer\/Artist_fq:%22Oh%20No%22\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOh No\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Georgia+Anne+Muldrow\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeorgia Anne Muldrow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. In 2017, this sort of cross-pollination is commonplace, but in 2009, Mos was a movie star, and him tapping Madlib for beats was a huge deal (seven whole years before ‘Lib had a credit on a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Kanye\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKanye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e record). \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=The+Neptunes\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Neptunes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e’ contribution (“Twilite Speedball,” rumored to be a rare \u003cstrong\u003eChad Hugo\u003c\/strong\u003e solo production) sounds right at home next to Madlib’s beats for “Auditorium” (feat. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Slick+Rick\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlick Rick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) and “Wahid,” two of the album’s toughest records. Other highlights include “Pretty Dancer,” “Casa Bey” and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Dilla\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDilla\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-produced “History” featuring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Black+Star\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Star\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e co-conspiritor \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Talib+Kweli\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTalib Kweli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Mos leaps from raw spit to neo-soul croon (“Roses”) and bodega serenade (“No Hay Nada Mas”) as effortlessly as the man on the sleeve leaps between two buildings (a still from \u003cstrong\u003eCharles Burnett\u003c\/strong\u003e’s 1978 film \u003cem\u003eKiller of Sheep\u003c\/em\u003e). With original copies going for up to $400 (yes, really), this double vinyl repress is paramount (“and it's very necessary, get it clearly”). Recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurntable Lab \u0026amp; Big Love (Japan) exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estrict limit (1) per customer - any order for more than (1) will be cancelled entirely\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ered \u0026amp; black split colored double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehoused in gatefold jacket w\/ printed inner sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition of 1000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rhymesayers 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/collections\/turntable-lab-exclusive-vinyl-pressings\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTTL Editions 199\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by hannibal chew 10\/2017\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!---PREORDER START---\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preorder-module\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"preorder\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"preorderpolicy\"\u003ePre-Order Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to order additional items (\u003cb\u003eincluding other pre-orders\u003c\/b\u003e), please make separate orders. Otherwise, \u003cu\u003ewe will hold your order until all items are in stock and ready to ship\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScheduled ship dates are always estimates which are subject to change. If there is a substantial delay, we will contact you directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll vinyl pre-orders come with Turntable Lab stickers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!---PREORDER END---\u003e","brand":"Mos Def","offers":[{"title":"Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":43461830836314,"sku":"hh-6790","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0105\/4542\/files\/mosdef-theestatic-coloredvinyl-1.jpg?v=1781547884"},{"product_id":"mos-def-the-ecstatic-red-colored-vinyl-vinyl-2lp","title":"Mos Def: The Ecstatic (Red Colored Vinyl) Vinyl 2LP - PRE-ORDER","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal Lab review:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e“The way I feel sometimes its too hard to sit still \/ things are so passionate, times are so real”\u003c\/i\u003e - can’t think of a more important time to repress this record than right now. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Mos+Def\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMos Def\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e continues to set himself apart from the rest of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Rawkus\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eRawkus\u003c\/a\u003e graduating class by constantly tearing up the rulebook, tapping into blues rock on 2004’s \u003cem\u003eThe New Danger\u003c\/em\u003e and using \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Juvenile\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJuvenile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e’s “Nolia Clap” as a vehicle for a spine-tingling indictment of the Bush Administration on 2006’s \u003cem\u003eTrue Magic\u003c\/em\u003e. For his fourth (and at time of writing, most recent) solo full-length, Mos reaches into the underground and scoops up cult \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Stones+Throw\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStones Throw\u003c\/a\u003e beatsmiths \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Madlib\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMadlib\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?\u0026amp;q=oh%20no\u0026amp;filter=Brand\/Manufacturer\/Artist_fq:%22Oh%20No%22\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOh No\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Georgia+Anne+Muldrow\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeorgia Anne Muldrow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. In 2017, this sort of cross-pollination is commonplace, but in 2009, Mos was a movie star, and him tapping Madlib for beats was a huge deal (seven whole years before ‘Lib had a credit on a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Kanye\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKanye\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e record). \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=The+Neptunes\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Neptunes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e’ contribution (“Twilite Speedball,” rumored to be a rare \u003cstrong\u003eChad Hugo\u003c\/strong\u003e solo production) sounds right at home next to Madlib’s beats for “Auditorium” (feat. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Slick+Rick\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlick Rick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) and “Wahid,” two of the album’s toughest records. Other highlights include “Pretty Dancer,” “Casa Bey” and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Dilla\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDilla\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-produced “History” featuring \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Black+Star\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Star\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e co-conspiritor \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.turntablelab.com\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=Talib+Kweli\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTalib Kweli\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. Mos leaps from raw spit to neo-soul croon (“Roses”) and bodega serenade (“No Hay Nada Mas”) as effortlessly as the man on the sleeve leaps between two buildings (a still from \u003cstrong\u003eCharles Burnett\u003c\/strong\u003e’s 1978 film \u003cem\u003eKiller of Sheep\u003c\/em\u003e). With original copies going for up to $400 (yes, really), this double vinyl repress is paramount (“and it's very necessary, get it clearly”). Recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ered colored double vinyl pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elimited edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eoriginal release year: 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emusic label: Rhymesayers 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003ereviewed by hannibal chew 10\/2017\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c!---PREORDER START---\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"preorder-module\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"preorder\"\u003e\u003ca name=\"preorderpolicy\"\u003ePre-Order Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you want to order additional items (\u003cb\u003eincluding other pre-orders\u003c\/b\u003e), please make separate orders. Otherwise, \u003cu\u003ewe will hold your order until all items are in stock and ready to ship\u003c\/u\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScheduled ship dates are always estimates which are subject to change. 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