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RELEASE DATE: 11/7/2025
"The legendary Wu-Tang Clan is among the most successful and influential groups in hip-hop history. As one of the nine original members, Masta Killa has been an important part of the Wu-Tang legacy since the group's debut in 1993. He's contributed verses to countless Wu classics ('Glaciers Of Ice,' 'Winter Warz,' 'Triumph,' 'Duel Of The Iron Mic,' 'Wu Banga 101'), released three critically acclaimed solo albums, and always remained true to the core Clan aesthetic: razor-sharp wisdom over dusty, soulful production. In 2017, Masta Killa unleashed the impressive album Loyalty Is Royalty. The memorable project boasts an impressive list of guest appearances, including Method Man, Redman, KXNG Crooked, Sean Price, RZA, GZA, Prodigy, Inspectah Deck, Cappadonna, and more. As fate would have it, two of those MCs have since passed away, making their contributions particularly special. With production handled by the likes of 9th Wonder, Illmind, P.F. Cuttin, RZA, True Master, and Dame Grease, Loyalty Is Royalty delivers the kind of classic hip-hop experience fans have come to expect from Masta Killa. After years out of print, this classic collection is now back on 2LP vinyl."
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"The Testament is a studio album by Queensbridge rapper Cormega. It was originally recorded as Cormega's debut album in the mid-1990s, and scheduled for release on Def Jam Recordings, but was eventually shelved. After many years, Cormega was finally able to obtain the masters to the album, and released it on his own Legal Hustle imprint in 2005. This reissue marks the first time it has been in print on vinyl in 20 years, and features appearances by Mobb Deep and Hussein Fatal, plus production from Havoc, Sha Money XL, Nashiem Myrick, RNS and more."
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"A true innovator who elevated the art of rhyme to new levels of complexity, Myka 9 emerged in the early 1990s with influential Los Angeles collective Freestyle Fellowship. After the group sparked California's underground hip-hop movement with dazzling jazz-inflected flows on two classic albums, Myka launched an ambitious solo career, further developing his singular style while working with Talib Kweli, Cut Chemist, Prefuse 73, Busdriver, Open Mike Eagle, and more. Blu took inspiration from pioneers like Freestyle Fellowship in crafting the next generation of electric lyricism, becoming a remarkably consistent presence in the modern L.A. rap scene. The talented emcee's deep catalog includes four classics with Exile, albums produced by Evidence, Madlib, Nottz, Oh No, and more, plus collaborations with The Roots, Logic, J Dilla, Alchemist, Miguel, Kota The Friend, Roc Marciano, and others. Now, Myka 9 and Blu are joining forces for the new album God Takes Care Of Babies & Fools. 'Working with my idols is always the highest honor,' Blu explains. 'Myka is the God. He is so untouchable lyrically, and he can do it all because he has done it all.' The collection is entirely produced by Mono En Stereo, a renowned NYC beatmaker who has crafted music for De La Soul, Action Bronson, Mos Def, Your Old Droog, Homeboy Sandman, and more. With Mono's organic sampler concoctions providing an ideal canvas, Blu and Myka's rapid-fire linguistics explode into vibrant technicolor, animated by a consistent spiritual undercurrent. With an epic posse cut uniting Freestyle Fellowship and The Pharcyde plus appearances by Planet Asia, Abstract Rude, Exile, and A-F-R-O, God Takes Care Of Babies & Fools is an exhilarating collage of rap brilliance."
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RELEASE DATE: 10/24/2025
LP version. "A true innovator who elevated the art of rhyme to new levels of complexity, Myka 9 emerged in the early 1990s with influential Los Angeles collective Freestyle Fellowship. After the group sparked California's underground hip-hop movement with dazzling jazz-inflected flows on two classic albums, Myka launched an ambitious solo career, further developing his singular style while working with Talib Kweli, Cut Chemist, Prefuse 73, Busdriver, Open Mike Eagle, and more. Blu took inspiration from pioneers like Freestyle Fellowship in crafting the next generation of electric lyricism, becoming a remarkably consistent presence in the modern L.A. rap scene. The talented emcee's deep catalog includes four classics with Exile, albums produced by Evidence, Madlib, Nottz, Oh No, and more, plus collaborations with The Roots, Logic, J Dilla, Alchemist, Miguel, Kota The Friend, Roc Marciano, and others. Now, Myka 9 and Blu are joining forces for the new album God Takes Care Of Babies & Fools. 'Working with my idols is always the highest honor,' Blu explains. 'Myka is the God. He is so untouchable lyrically, and he can do it all because he has done it all.' The collection is entirely produced by Mono En Stereo, a renowned NYC beatmaker who has crafted music for De La Soul, Action Bronson, Mos Def, Your Old Droog, Homeboy Sandman, and more. With Mono's organic sampler concoctions providing an ideal canvas, Blu and Myka's rapid-fire linguistics explode into vibrant technicolor, animated by a consistent spiritual undercurrent. With an epic posse cut uniting Freestyle Fellowship and The Pharcyde plus appearances by Planet Asia, Abstract Rude, Exile, and A-F-R-O, God Takes Care Of Babies & Fools is an exhilarating collage of rap brilliance."
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"With an ever-growing horde of rappers clamoring for attention, manifesting a successful long-term career in hip-hop has become an almost supernatural achievement, reserved for artists with near-mystical talents. Atlanta emcee Tha God Fahim embraces this role, positioning himself as a divine warrior with lyrical powers transcending this earthly realm, battling dark forces with tactical ingenuity and relentless dedication. This artistic vision has become even more vivid in recent years, culminating in the wildly creative series Hyperbolic Time Chamber Rap with acclaimed producer Nicholas Craven. Inspired by the anime phenomenon Dragon Ball and its conception of a dimension unconstrained by the rules of time, Fahim and Craven just concluded the ambitious endeavor with a staggering fifteen volumes released in only eight months. Taken collectively, Hyperbolic Time Chamber Rap forms a vital entry in Tha God Fahim's catalog, blending gritty narratives of hustle and hardship with intergalactic rhyme wizardry. Fahim's stratospheric ambitions are elevated by exquisite production from Nicholas Craven, known for his work with Roc Marciano, Mach-Hommy, Westside Gunn, Conway, Boldy James, Pink Siifu, and more. This CD edition includes the first two volumes in the series."
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"With an ever-growing horde of rappers clamoring for attention, manifesting a successful long-term career in hip-hop has become an almost supernatural achievement, reserved for artists with near-mystical talents. Atlanta emcee Tha God Fahim embraces this role, positioning himself as a divine warrior with lyrical powers transcending this earthly realm, battling dark forces with tactical ingenuity and relentless dedication. This artistic vision has become even more vivid in recent years, culminating in the wildly creative series Hyperbolic Time Chamber Rap with acclaimed producer Nicholas Craven. Inspired by the anime phenomenon Dragon Ball and its conception of a dimension unconstrained by the rules of time, Fahim and Craven just concluded the ambitious endeavor with a staggering fifteen volumes released in only eight months. Taken collectively, Hyperbolic Time Chamber Rap forms a vital entry in Tha God Fahim's catalog, blending gritty narratives of hustle and hardship with intergalactic rhyme wizardry. Fahim's stratospheric ambitions are elevated by exquisite production from Nicholas Craven, known for his work with Roc Marciano, Mach-Hommy, Westside Gunn, Conway, Boldy James, Pink Siifu, and more. This pressing of volume 2 contains the full collection on side A, with the accompanying instrumentals on side B."
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"Pete Rock returns with another installment of his instrumental series, banging out boom bap beats. A renowned producer lauded for his innovative production and impeccable ear, Pete Rock is widely recognized as one of the greatest and most influential hip hop producers of all time. A pioneer of fusing jazz, funk and soul into hip-hop, many sight him as laying down the blueprint for soulful production in hip-hop. He revolutionized rap production through groundbreaking studio wizardry, made remixes matter more than the original songs, established ad-libs as a standard recording asset -- the list goes on. Having worked with huge names including Run-D.M.C, Public Enemy, J Dilla and Busta Rhymes (just to name a few), Pete Rock's work as a producer has translated into over 25 million albums sold worldwide. With such huge influence as a producer, Pete's solo material serves to only further enhance his reputation as an artist and a producer. PeteStrumentals 4 adds to that legacy."
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"Since his 2019 debut album Let The Sun Talk caught the attention of listeners around the globe, Mavi has become one of the leading lights of hip-hop's next generation. Subtly molding his fascinating stream of consciousness into a fluid mosaic of elaborately interlocking rhymes, the Charlotte, North Carolina emcee has gone on to amass millions of streams, tour nationally and internationally, work with artists like Earl Sweatshirt and Alchemist, and see his music championed by Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, NPR, and more. These accomplishments flow from the powerful resonance of deeply personal artistry and raw poetic talent. Mavi's latest album Shadowbox is his most fully realized work to date, exploring the nuances of new experiences and perspectives within substantive layers of abstraction and metaphor. With atmospheric soundscapes illuminating the oceanic depth in Mavi's intricate lyrics, the acclaimed collection is a compelling step forward from a visionary young artist. After much anticipation, Shadowbox is now available on vinyl for the first time ever."
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"After a five-year hiatus, Chuck D & Flavor Flav return to the scene with a new Public Enemy album, bringing their always insightful commentary over rugged and shapeshifting beats. From the opening diagnosis of 'Siick' all the way to the insanity of school shootings during 'March Madness,' the red, black, and green machine is back to clean up the scene."
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LP version. "After a five-year hiatus, Chuck D & Flavor Flav return to the scene with a new Public Enemy album, bringing their always insightful commentary over rugged and shapeshifting beats. From the opening diagnosis of 'Siick' all the way to the insanity of school shootings during 'March Madness,' the red, black, and green machine is back to clean up the scene."
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Embark on a sonic journey through the rich tapestry of Ian Lampel's multicultural heritage with his debut solo album, The Parque Rodó Tapes. From the echoes of his grandparents' wartime exodus from Europe's tumultuous past to the rhythms of daily life in Parque Rodó, Lampel's artistic vision was shaped by a kaleidoscope of influences: Science fiction and fantasy books, graphic design annuals, comics, films, early computers and videogames as well as music; the haunting melodies of Russian and Polish classical composers hummed by his grandmother while cooking, the choir and Hammond music of the synagogue, his early explorations in club music and dub or the syncopated drumming of candombe and carnaval echoing in the streets of Montevideo. The composer, producer and bass player, wrote, sequenced and recorded practically everything that is heard throughout the album. With meticulous attention to detail, he has crafted a sonic landscape that seamlessly blends elements of jazz and Uruguayan music with the innovative spirit of dub, hip-hop and electronica; from the infectious rhythms of candombe and the raw energy of murga, to breakbeats, moog's and samples. Drawing from a treasure trove of samples collected over two decades, The Parque Rodó Tapes weaves together a tapestry of sound that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking, from the haunting voice of Marosa Di Giorgio and the vibrant cacophony of a carnival field recording by Lauro Ayestaran, to the guest contributions from notable musicians including Lampel's wife, singer/songwriter Eco Lopez, multi-instrumentalist Luciana Giovinazzo on flute, and Ferna Nunez on repique drum. Each track is a testament to Lampel's eclectic vision. A debut album with a certain degree of melancholy that works as a soundtrack to the world in which the artist grew up, a world now gone, without cellphones or social networks, in which everything had to be proactively pursued "in the streets."
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"There are many legends in the southern rap scene: Three 6 Mafia and Hypnotize Minds affiliates from Memphis, Geto Boys, and Rap-A-Lot from Houston, Texas; Gucci Mane, Outkast, and T.I. from Atlanta; and one of the unsung rap legends of Mobile, Alabama, is Donald Maurice Pears, II, better known as The Last Mr. Bigg. Donald was given the nickname Bigg and began DJing and rapping in the late 1980s while spending time in the streets and in and out of jail. His career took a detour when he was arrested after crashing his car and violating his probation, which led to a three-year sentence. Eightball and MJG released their debut album in 1993, featuring a track in which Eightball called himself Mr. Big. After being released from prison and inspired by the rise of southern Hip-Hop, Donald changed his rap moniker to The Last Mr. Bigg and got in the studio. Shortly after he started recording, he had another encounter with the law and was about to appear in court. He penned the single 'Trial Time' about his court case, which would appear on his debut album, Only If U Knew, released on Warlock Records in 2000, putting Mobile, Alabama, on the map. In 2004, Bigg was shot in the eye during a botched robbery and survived the attack. He had his eye replaced with a diamond-encrusted glass eye. The next year, with his distinct gruff voice, he provided the chorus to Three 6 Mafia's 'Poppin My Collar.' Bigg continued to record and tour, but would never release another album after his 2003 sophomore album, The Mask is Off. The Last Mr. Bigg sadly passed away in his sleep in 2015, but he left behind his southern rap legacy as the Rap Kingpin of Alabama. For the 25th Anniversary, and for the first time on vinyl, a limited edition pressing of Only If U Knew is now available. The album is pressed on white color-in-clear with red and yellow splatter colored vinyl, limited to 500 hand-numbered copies."
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RELEASE DATE: 10/3/2025
Double LP version. "The long-awaited follow-up to the Wu-Tang Clan classic, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx? Pt. II arrived in 2009 as a triumphant return to the mafioso rap blueprint Raekwon helped pioneer. More than a sequel, this album cemented Rae's legacy as one of hip-hop's sharpest storytellers, pairing his vivid narratives with cinematic production from legends like J Dilla, Dr. Dre, RZA, Pete Rock, and The Alchemist. A spiritual continuation of the Purple Tape legacy, OB4CL2 showcases gritty crime tales, street wisdom, and Wu-Tang brotherhood, with appearances by Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, GZA, and more. Critically acclaimed and hailed as one of the best hip-hop albums of the 2000s, the album blends nostalgia and evolution -- connecting the past with the present."
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RELEASE DATE: 10/3/2025
"The long-awaited follow-up to the Wu-Tang Clan classic, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx? Pt. II arrived in 2009 as a triumphant return to the mafioso rap blueprint Raekwon helped pioneer. More than a sequel, this album cemented Rae's legacy as one of hip-hop's sharpest storytellers, pairing his vivid narratives with cinematic production from legends like J Dilla, Dr. Dre, RZA, Pete Rock, and The Alchemist. A spiritual continuation of the Purple Tape legacy, OB4CL2 showcases gritty crime tales, street wisdom, and Wu-Tang brotherhood, with appearances by Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, GZA, and more. Critically acclaimed and hailed as one of the best hip-hop albums of the 2000s, the album blends nostalgia and evolution -- connecting the past with the present."
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RELEASE DATE: 10/3/2025
Double LP version. Color vinyl. "The long-awaited follow-up to the Wu-Tang Clan classic, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx? Pt. II arrived in 2009 as a triumphant return to the mafioso rap blueprint Raekwon helped pioneer. More than a sequel, this album cemented Rae's legacy as one of hip-hop's sharpest storytellers, pairing his vivid narratives with cinematic production from legends like J Dilla, Dr. Dre, RZA, Pete Rock, and The Alchemist. A spiritual continuation of the Purple Tape legacy, OB4CL2 showcases gritty crime tales, street wisdom, and Wu-Tang brotherhood, with appearances by Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Inspectah Deck, GZA, and more. Critically acclaimed and hailed as one of the best hip-hop albums of the 2000s, the album blends nostalgia and evolution -- connecting the past with the present."
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"Hypnotize Minds presents the only studio album by Da Headbussaz, a collaboration between Memphis' Three 6 Mafia and New Orleans' Fiend produced by Juicy J and DJ Paul. The album was originally released on CD in 2002 and is now available for the first time on vinyl."
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"The Diary, the legendary lost album and instrumentals from J Dilla, released posthumously in 2016, was the VMP Hip-Hop Record of the Month for November 2022. It's here on exclusive double LP purple and orange marble vinyl. (AAA) lacquers cut from the analog tapes by Ryan Smith, Sterling Sound. 180 gram audiophile vinyl pressed at QRP, Salina, KS. Includes extensive listening notes booklet by Andrew Winistorfer."
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"Rakim is an American rapper best known as one half of the legendary rap duo Eric B. & Rakim. Rakim is considered a transformative figure in hip hop for raising the bar for MC technique higher than it had ever been. Rakim helped to pioneer the use of internal rhymes and multisyllabic rhymes, and he was among the first to demonstrate the possibilities of sitting down to write intricately crafted lyrics packed with clever word choices and metaphors rather than the more improvisational styles and simpler rhyme patterns that predominated before him. Rakim is also credited with creating the overall shift from the more simplistic old school flows to more complex flows. Rapper Kool Moe Dee explained that before Rakim the term "flow" wasn't widely used -- Rakim is basically the inventor of flow."
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"While fighting through label limbo and placing his budding film career on freeze, Antwan 'Big Boi' Patton spent a couple years readying the artillery for his solo close-up. Sir Lucious Left Foot: The Son of Chico Dusty is both a testament to the maturation of Big Boi and a tribute to his late father; underneath, it's a speakeasy at breakneck speed, sittin' on 32s. Where many other formidable MCs would be eaten alive, Big Boi shapeshifts across every mood and landscape with his trademark tenacity. He's an effortless showboat who can portray sleaze with ease, but he's a true class act who's got nothing left to prove, yet will never let it show. Flanked by his known co-conspirators and many more, Big Boi blesses the senses the way only an East Point playboy can; it's an intergenerational time warp, and another funky ride in HD. The final product is a natural progression of his Organized Noize lineage, sent across dimensions to return with an assemblage of time-tested potent Black grooves, then pressure-cooked in the kitchen of the finest booty club in Georgia. First vinyl reissue of Big Boi's proper solo debut. Pressed on 2LP purple and silver galaxy vinyl." "A monster of an album... it takes an extra special sort of swagger to pull this off." --Sean Fennessey, SPIN (9/10)
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"The War Report, the 1997 brilliantly militant debut from Capone-N-Noreaga, was the VMP Hip-Hop Record of the Month in December 2022. 25th anniversary editions of CNN's brilliantly militant debut. Lacquers cut by Cicely Balston, Alchemy Mastering at AIR. Pressed on exclusive 2LP yellow vinyl. Listening notes booklet by Will Dukes."
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"Uncontrolled Substance, the acclaimed 1999 solo debut from Wu-Tang Clan's Inspectah Deck, was the VMP Hip-Hop Record of the Month for January 2023. First-ever vinyl reissue of Deck's acclaimed debut album. Lacquers cut by Cicely Balston, Alchemy Mastering at AIR. Pressed on exclusive 2LP 'cop car' blue vinyl. Listening notes booklet by Steven Potter."
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"There was no other rapper like Lupe Fiasco making this much of a splash in the mainstream in 2006. Here was this bookish kid from the 'hood who could rap circles around Jay-Z and had the gall to pose with trinkets -- a Wee Ninja doll, a Nintendo DS, a copy of the Quran, a copy of his first Fahrenheit 1/15 mixtape, a toy robot -- on the cover for his debut. He may have been an anachronism in his time, but looking back, it's easy to see how he laid the groundwork for other high-minded emcees with crossover potential. There's moments of brilliance packed into every Lupe Fiasco album, but the equilibrium of Lupe Fiasco's Food & Liquor has been difficult for him to recreate. To this day, it remains the most potent and well-balanced of Lupe's work, a case of the corner boy and the scholar living in an otherworldly talented rapper's brain working in perfect harmony. Lupe's acclaimed debut album, featuring 'Kick, Push' and 'Daydreamin''. Lacquers cut by Barry Grint, AIR Mastering. Pressed on exclusive 2LP purple prism vinyl. Listening notes booklet by Dylan Green."
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"Return Of The Funky Man is the second album by New York legend Lord Finesse. Originally released in 1992, this album was highly anticipated after his debut on the scene just a few years prior. Having already established himself as a punch-line king capable of humorous storytelling, Return of the Funky Man cemented Finesse as a top-notch producer. Tracks such as 'Fat for the 90s' and 'I Like My Girls With A Boom' showed the Funky Man truly living up to his name, both on the mic and behind the boards. After the gruff-voiced 'Lord Finesse Intro,' the album goes on a nonstop journey of witty wordplay over genre-defining boom bap beats. Along for this ride, Finesse brings D.I.T.C. brethren Showbiz and Diamond D on the production side (plus Aladdin & SLJ) while AG and (at the time) newcomer Percee P share mic duties. Topically, Finesse doesn't stray too far from reminding us why he's earned the title The Funky Man. Whether it's bragging and boasting, or breaking down females, he has a way of doing it with a tongue-in-cheek type way that is sure to have you letting out a laugh or two every couple of lines. He possesses that rare quality of being a solo MC that is capable of entertaining throughout the entire hour plus listening experience. Standout tracks such as 'Yes You May,' 'Stop Sweating the Next Man,' and 'Party Over Here' all show why this album was instantly praised by fans and critics alike."
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"Pressed on cotton-candy splash colored vinyl. Crazy Noise is the 1989 debut album by New Haven, Connecticut rapper and producer Stezo. After being a dancer for hip-hop group EPMD, Stezo signed a solo record deal with Sleeping Bag/Fresh Records and recorded this debut album. It features two charting singles: 'Freak the Funk' and 'It's My Turn,' plus fan favorites 'To The Max' and 'Bring The Horns.' Crazy Noise is chock full of crafty rhymes and original loops, and Stezo was the first person ever to use some of these more notable loops. Stezo died in his sleep on April 29, 2020, leaving behind a legacy begging to be properly commemorated. This reissue is one step in that process. Crazy Noise is an overlooked and underappreciated album that serves both as a time capsule for hip-hop's late 1980s golden era, and a lesson in keeping it real. An overlooked detail is that the album was mixed and engineered by the late great Paul C, who also produced for the Ultramagnetic MCs, Biz Markie, and Eric B and Rakim."
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"With an ever-growing horde of rappers clamoring for attention, manifesting a successful long-term career in hip-hop has become an almost supernatural achievement, reserved for artists with near-mystical talents. Atlanta emcee Tha God Fahim embraces this role, positioning himself as a divine warrior with lyrical powers transcending this earthly realm, battling dark forces with tactical ingenuity and relentless dedication. This artistic vision has become even more vivid in recent years, culminating in the wildly creative series Hyperbolic Time Chamber Rap with acclaimed producer Nicholas Craven. Inspired by the anime phenomenon Dragon Ball and its conception of a dimension unconstrained by the rules of time, Fahim and Craven just concluded the ambitious endeavor with a staggering fifteen volumes released in only eight months. Taken collectively, Hyperbolic Time Chamber Rap forms a vital entry in Tha God Fahim's catalog, blending gritty narratives of hustle and hardship with intergalactic rhyme wizardry. Fahim's stratospheric ambitions are elevated by exquisite production from Nicholas Craven, known for his work with Roc Marciano, Mach-Hommy, Westside Gunn, Conway, Boldy James, Pink Siifu, and more. After a limited release on Bandcamp, Nature Sounds is now rolling out the Hyperbolic Time Chamber Rap series on vinyl. This pressing of Volume 1 contains the full collection on side A, with the accompanying instrumentals on side B."
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