What makes Award Tour by A Tribe Called Quest notable?

'Award Tour' became notable for its smooth production and catchy hooks, reaching No. 10 on the Billboard Hot Rap Songs chart. The track exemplified the group's unique style and contributed to the growing popularity of jazz rap, influencing numerous artists within and beyond the hip-hop genre. Released on November 1, 1993, 'Award Tour' marked A Tribe Called Quest's third single from their critically acclaimed album 'Midnight Marauders.' At this point in their career, they had solidified their status as pioneers in alternative hip-hop, following the success of their previous albums 'People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm' and 'The Low End Theory.'

Who is Award Tour for?

Award Tour works well if you're into concise energetic flow throughout, for quick listens and engaging vibes for social settings.

How many songs are on Award Tour?

Award Tour has 5 tracks, running approximately 16 minutes.

Award Tour

A Tribe Called Quest · 1993

16 min · 5 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A seamless blend of jazzy samples and sharp lyricism that embodies the essence of '90s East Coast hip-hop.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

concise energetic flow throughout
for quick listens
engaging vibes for social settings
playful yet sharp lyricism

Maybe skip if you want

prefer lengthy, immersive albums
dislike upbeat, lively sessions

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on November 1, 1993, 'Award Tour' marked A Tribe Called Quest's third single from their critically acclaimed album 'Midnight Marauders.' At this point in their career, they had solidified their status as pioneers in alternative hip-hop, following the success of their previous albums 'People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm' and 'The Low End Theory.'
Stylistic neighbors: De La Soul· The Roots· Gang Starr