SUPERSTAR QUAMALLAH Vinyl & CDs

Review: The long-awaited vinyl release of Superstar Quamallah's Invisible Man marks a momentous occasion for hip-hop aficionados. Originally praised upon its 2009 debut and featured prominently on Gilles Peterson's renowned Best Of show, this album is now presented in a deluxe 140g double vinyl edition with remastered audio and restored artwork. Invisible Man is a jazz rap masterpiece that seamlessly blends mellow melodies with dope beats and insightful bars. Superstar Quamallah, with his laidback flow reminiscent of hip-hop legends like Big Daddy Kane and Rakim, delivers a refined and soulful experience that captures the essence of the golden age of hip-hop. The album exudes summertime vibes, transporting listeners to long hot summer nights filled with endless possibilities.Tracks like You Need Knowledge,' '88 Soul,' and 'Black Shakespeare' showcase Quamallah's lyrical strength over elegant piano loops and nostalgic samples. Each song offers a unique journey through Quamallah's introspective reflections and nostalgic storytelling, as he masterfully incorporates elements of 80s and 90s rap culture into his own original style. A timeless gem that deserves recognition as one of the top rap records of the 2000s.