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I love Peggy, but at this point in his career his work is just coming off as insincere rage bait. I'm not totally familiar with his twitter rants but I did see that he was getting into it with Earl over... not being experimental enough? Although I wasn't deep diving on the lyrics, a lot of it came off as self-inflicted drama that he's using as content to rap (complain) about.

His rapping bag has gotten deeper I suppose, a lot of fast rapping, and especially a LOT of triplets. ... read more

I think the title of this album describes it perfectly. Silky, soulful vocals from Simone and a pretty diverse musical sound throughout. I can't remember the last time I heard the harpsichord on a soul record. Great listen.

A joyous, inventive record that sounds like it draws from all of American music history. The Smilin' Billy Suite in particular is incredible, some of the best jazz you will hear. This album is a lot of fun to listen to for the unconventional instruments in a jazz setting, which lends to a unique listening experience that's fun and interesting the entire way through.

Listening to this album I envision that every song is one that you might hear while traversing the city; different clubs, venues, out in the streets, wherever. Pure joy and a lovely celebration of their culture & heritage.