A Long Hot Summer cover

A Long Hot Summer

Masta Ace · 2004

63 min · 22 tracks · funk · hip-hop · hardcore hip-hop

A vivid tapestry of storytelling woven through jazzy beats and East Coast lyricism that reflects urban life.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic storytelling with urban themes
  • wave-like pacing for reflective listening
  • vivid imagery in lyrical content
  • for summer daydreaming
  • engaging narratives for casual moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward single tracks
  • seek constant high-energy beats

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'A Long Hot Summer' was released in 2004, Masta Ace had established himself as a respected voice in hip-hop, following his previous album 'Disposable Arts' in 2001. This album marked his return after a three-year hiatus, showcasing his growth as an artist while maintaining the narrative style that defined his work.
Stylistic neighbors
Black Moon· Buckshot· J-Live

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Count 2:11
  • 2 Big City 3:01
  • 3 Good Ol Love 3:46
  • 4 Fats Belvedere 0:38
  • 5 Da Grind 3:27
  • 6 H.O.O.D. 3:45
  • 7 The Stoop 0:53
  • 8 Beautiful 4:24
  • 9 F.A.Y. 3:34
  • 10 Fats Crib 0:35
  • 11 Soda & Soap 4:12
  • 12 Do It Man 2:56
  • 13 Bklyn Masala 4:18
  • 14 The Proposition 1:38
  • 15 Travelocity 3:51
  • 16 The Ways 3:28
  • 17 Wutuwankno 4:11
  • 18 The After Party 1:08
  • 19 Oh My God 3:50
  • 20 Cellmate 1:16
  • 21 Revelations 3:50
  • 22 Outro 2:37

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