JDayus

HUGE fan of Blu, had him on repeat for years now. I was excited to listen to this, but I can't lie it doesn't really hold up to their highs in their discography. Absolutely some bangers and impressive artistry here, but some of the production doesn't have that spark and some of the songs just kinda feel there. Blu and Exile are still fantastic, but this album has an underdeveloped feel at times I can't really explain. Still about to replay their entire discography now ... read more

This was a really cool album! I’m mainly grading the finished portion of the album, since everything beyond the “undeveloped” section can drag a bit and doesn’t sound fully completed (of course). It was fun, jazzy, and had some cool collabs as well. I especially loved the song with Robert Glasper and Colonial Fire. I’d recommend a listen to any fans who haven’t heard it yet, pretty good music with plenty of energy and creativity throughout

A funky musically interesting banger tracklist. I tried listening to this while working on something else but I quickly forgot about my other stuff as I was drawn in by the unique production and otherworldly vibes. This is the kind of album that demands your attention and blows you away. I never knew what was going to happen next and I love that.

those strings are beautiful and hearing Nas perform live all these years later with his experience and reflections it's just a great listen. Live albums don't always work but this is amazing