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Music > The Roots - Phrenology
Artist: The RootsTitle: Phrenology
Year: 2002
Rating: ****½
Notes: The Roots' claim to fame is that they are a (and possibly the only) "Hip-Hop band". They rap over live instruments, which gives their music a distinctly different feel than other hip-hop (and makes for a phenomenal live performance). I've always really dug that about The Roots and have been waiting for my passion for their music to catch up to my passion for what they're all about. I recently heard a new song on the radio and decided to put this disc in again after a year or so of being on the shelf. It was fantastic. The energy is incredible, and the mix of rock and rap is unique and, beyond that, enjoyable. I don't think it will be another year until I play this disc again now that I've re-discovered it.
Posted by Leon on June 1, 2006 08:52 PM