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9am-6pm GMT, Mon-Sat RAKIM Gods Network: Rebirth RRC Italy LP Cat: RRC 066LP
Rel: 23 Dec 24
Hip Hop/R&B Side 1 - Track 1. Be Ill (feat Kurupt & Masta Killa)Side 1 - Track 2. Now Is The Time (feat BG, Hus Kingpin & Compton Menace)Side 1 - Track 3. Love Is The Message (feat Nipsey Hussle, Planet Asia, Louis King & Snoop Dogg)Side 1 - Track 4. God's Playground (feat 38 Spesh, Fred The Godson & Skyzoo)Side 2 - Track 1. Pendulum Swing (feat KXNG Crooked, La The Darkman, Canibus & Chino XL)Side 2 - Track 2. International (feat Kool G Rap, Tristate & Joell Ortiz)Side 2 - Track 3. Sign Of Se7en (feat Prodigy (Of Mobb Deep), Method Man, X-Raided & Big Twins)

Rakim's latest release finds him embracing his legacy with renewed energy, bringing together a host of hip-hop veterans for a collection that bridges old-school sensibilities with timely reflections. The project feels like a communal endeavor, spotlighting the strengths of seasoned emcees like Kurupt and Masta Killa. Their contributions, especially on tracks like 'Be Ill', resonate with a collaborative energy that reminds listeners of Rakim's deep-rooted influence. Though Rakim takes on the role of producer for the first time, his choices show an appreciation for the genre's classic sounds. The lineup, featuring artists like Planet Asia and B.G., offers stylistic contrasts that highlight Rakim's ear for talent and respect for regional voices. Highlights include the introspective 'Now Is the Time' and 'Love Is the Message', which are rich with lyrical insight and raw delivery. Despite his relatively sparse rapping here, Rakim's presence is felt throughout. His influence in curating this network of artists and his production underscore the powerful role he continues to play as an architect of hip-hop, ensuring that, while his sound evolves, it never strays far from his roots.