Name: Liberation 2
Brand: Talib Kweli, Madlib

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NSD235LP

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2023-10-06

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2023-09-22

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Talib Kweli

Madlib

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Hip Hop

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Nature Sounds

Nature Sounds is a cutting edge record label from Brooklyn, New York. They are known for their exceptional work in the fields of Hip-Hop, Reggae, and beyond. With a diverse roster of talented artists, Nature Sounds consistently delivers high-quality music that pushes boundaries and captivates listeners.

Since its inception, Nature Sounds has been at the forefront of the music industry, working with some of the best talent in the business. Their commitment to innovation and creativity has earned them a reputation as one of the most influential labels in the industry.

Whether you're a fan of *Hip-Hop*, *Reggae*, or any other genre they explore, Nature Sounds offers an unparalleled listening experience. With their finger on the pulse of what's happening in music today, they continue to discover and nurture emerging talent while also collaborating with established artists who have made their mark on the industry.

Talib Kweli is an American hip hop recording artist, entrepreneur, and social activist. Born on October 3, 1975, he gained recognition through his collaboration with fellow Brooklyn rapper Mos Def in the group Black Star. In 2011, Kweli founded his own record label.

With a career spanning decades, Talib Kweli has established himself as a prominent figure in the music industry. His lyrical prowess and thought-provoking content have earned him a loyal fan base worldwide.

Beyond his musical endeavors, Kweli is also known for his activism and dedication to social causes. He uses his platform to raise awareness about important issues and inspire positive change.

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Madlib is a multi-genre producer, MC, instrumentalist, and avid crate digger and record collector. Born on October 24, 1973 in Oakland, California, he comes from a talented musical family with his father being soul singer Otis Jackson Sr., his brother being Oh No, his uncle being jazz trumpeter Jon Faddis, and his cousin being Kan Kick.

Rising to prominence in the late-'90s hip-hop scene, Madlib quickly made a name for himself as a rapper, producer, and DJ. With his childhood friends in the Lootpack, he showcased his expansive style and deft touch for composition. As an enthusiastic crate digger with a deep reverence for jazz and soul music, Madlib embarked on ambitious solo projects that captivated audiences.

In addition to collaborating with artists like DJ Romes and Wild Child in the Lootpack, Madlib worked extensively with Los Angeles DJ Peanut Butter Wolf's Stones Throw label. He achieved critical success through albums such as Quasimoto's "The Unseen" where he handled vocals and production duties under both himself and his alter ego Quasimoto. Madlib also explored jazz through his Yesterday's New Quintet project where he played all the instruments himself.

Lyrically gifted, socially aware, and politically insightful, Talib Kweli 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. 

Now more than two decades into a thrilling solo career, Kweli has evolved creatively while maintaining his artistic integrity, working with top talent across the musical spectrum in the process. Known for classic collaborative albums with artists like J Dilla, MF DOOM, and Freddie Gibbs, widely celebrated producer Madlib 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. “The materialism and debauchery that is stereotypically associated with hip hop has lost some of its luster,” Kweli explains. ìNever has there been a better time for such honest, message driven music that pays tribute to the sounds that came before us.” A global call for unity through space and time, Liberation 2 features appearances by Q-Tip, Westside Gunn, Roc Marciano, Roy Ayers, Goapele, Wildchild, Pink Siifu, 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.&nbsp;

Liberation 2

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Discover Liberation 2 by Talib Kweli. A highly-anticipated album featuring Madlib's jazz-inflected instrumentals. Available in physical form now.