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Mathematics sticks to the classic Wu-Tang aesthetic, beefing it up with modern techniques to create an enjoyably nostalgic experience, especially for old school fans.
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Ghostface Killah and Adrian Younge: Twelve Reasons to Die II
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Raekwon: Fly International Luxurious Art
The world of top-40 rap proves to be to Raekwon what dry land is to Aquaman.
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Various Artists: Something From Nothing: The Art of Rap
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The Roots Picnic: 5 June 2010 - Philadelphia
The music at the Roots Picnic was loud, crisp, engaging and diverse. With the inclement weather holding off, all the elements successfully blended to create a great outing. The wide range of musicians demonstrated why the Roots are more than a crew but rather Philadelphia’s finest musical family.
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Wu-Tang Clan: Return of the Wu & Friends
Longtime Wu-Tang Clan collaborator DJ/Producer Mathematics goes into the vaults and pulls out some choice cuts for remix and reinterpretations on this loosely formatted Wu-related release.
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