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Released 20 years ago

7

O.S.T.R. · 2006

77 min · 22 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · political hip-hop

A vivid tapestry of Polish hip-hop, blending sharp lyricism with jazzy beats and political undertones.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • sharp lyricism with political undertones
  • engaging storytelling throughout tracks
  • for reflective listening
  • suitable for late-night drives

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy album experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
When '7' was released in 2006, O.S.T.R. was solidifying his reputation as a prominent figure in Polish hip-hop following the success of his previous album, 'Tabasko'. This marked a pivotal moment in his career as he began to explore deeper social and political themes, establishing himself as a voice for the marginalized in Poland's music scene.
Stylistic neighbors
J Dilla· MF DOOM· A Tribe Called Quest

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Intro 5:37
  • 2 Uwolnij to w sobie 3:21
  • 3 Klub 4:12
  • 4 Biegnij 2:55
  • 5 Mówię co widzę 3:17
  • 6 Złość 3:40
  • 7 Rugby 3:13
  • 8 O robieniu bitów 2:21
  • 9 Otwieram drzwi 4:18
  • 10 Milion Euro 3:28
  • 11 Wydaj mnie 3:51
  • 12 Opowieść 3:06
  • 13 Kioskowy skit 1:29
  • 14 Polskie komedie 2:49
  • 15 ... (zapomniałem tytułu) 4:03
  • 16 Więcej decybeli by zagłuszyć... 5:36
  • 17 PRL kontrast 3:57
  • 18 Co się u nas dzieje 2:38
  • 19 Perfect City 3:35
  • 20 Czy warto 3:18
  • 21 Jedna chwila 3:52
  • 22 Ku krytyce 3:00

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