Wu-Tang Meets Indie Culture

[Bruiser Chong 0]

So this dropped back in October, but no one ever really talked about it (if at all). Only recently did I get to sit down with the album, and it's a definite treat for any fan of the Wu. Lyrically, it's not an entirely balanced affair, but the production throughout is smooth and basic, much like the group's previous works.

 

The concept of the album was to bring in Wu members and pair them up with underground rappers. The results are worth listening to and at times, feel like a trip down memory lane for anyone familiar with the Wu-Tang. Recommended tracks (from me, anyway)...

 

- Lyrical Swords

- Still Grimey

- Think Differently

- Biochemical Equation

- Preservation

- Give It Up

 

This is one of those rare albums I downloaded and will eventually pick up the real deal.

[Edwin MacPhisto 0]

I dunno. It hasn't really grabbed me. It feels more like "album featuring raps by guys who really, really, really like Wu-Tang, but aren't really that great." Unlike you, I'll probably just stick with the download. I was hoping for more Wu involvement, or at least more RZA beats.

[Bruiser Chong 0]

I know you're the resident Wu guru, but I have to disagree on a couple of points. The minimal Wu involvement is a bit disappointing, but there's still a similiar sound, lyrically and musically of their older material.

 

Still, a few of the unknowns hold it down nicely, especially R.A. The Rugged Man who exhibits a strong flow, which compliments some fine production in "Give It Up."

 

I'm a fan of RZA's work on the boards, too, but I don't think his work not dominating the album hurts it. There's still plenty of catchy beats to be found and like I said in the initial post, there's a similar sound between this and the Clan's catalog.