3rd Eye Vision
Hieroglyphics · 1998
70 min · 22 tracks · West Coast hip-hop
A vibrant tapestry of intricate lyricism and jazzy production that embodies the West Coast hip-hop ethos.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its critical reception, often hailed as a classic of underground hip-hop, influencing artists in the genre with its complex lyrics and innovative sound. It reached notable chart positions, further cementing Hieroglyphics' status within the hip-hop community and impacting the evolution of West Coast rap during the late '90s.
- Best for
- dynamic flow with peaks intricate lyricism to dissect vibrant tapestry of sound
- Context
- Released in 1998, '3rd Eye Vision' marked Hieroglyphics' first full-length studio album following their earlier successful EP 'Hieroglyphics Presents: 3rd Eye Vision'. At this point, the collective was solidifying its reputation as a formidable force in underground hip-hop, establishing a strong artistic identity separate from their contemporaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Too Short· Dr. Dre· Tupac Shakur
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:14
- 2 You Never Knew Standout 4:33
- 3 All Things 3:19
- 4 Casual 1:37
- 5 The Who 4:29
- 6 Dune Methane 4:02
- 7 Phesto D 1:35
- 8 At the Helm 4:18
- 9 The Last One 3:26
- 10 Tajai 1:41
- 11 Oakland Blackouts 4:31
- 12 Mics of the Roundtable Standout 4:42
- 13 See Delight 3:24
- 14 Pep Love 2:15
- 15 Off the Record 3:21
- 16 A-Plus 1:24
- 17 After Dark 4:23
- 18 Opio 1:21
- 19 No Nuts 4:04
- 20 Del 1:14
- 21 One Life One Love Standout 4:02
- 22 Miles to the Sun 5:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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