Cenobites
Kool Keith · 1997
41 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · gangsta rap
A surreal blend of abstract verses and gritty narratives wrapped in haunting soundscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with gradual build
- surreal narratives for deep thinking
- haunting soundscapes for immersion
- short tracks for quick engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- seek standalone radio hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1997, Kool Keith was exploring more experimental sounds following his influential work with Ultramagnetic MCs. 'Cenobites' is his third solo album, showcasing a shift towards darker themes and complex lyricism after his breakthrough with 'Dr. Octagonecologyst' in 1996.
- Stylistic neighbors
- MF DOOM· Del the Funky Homosapien· Aesop Rock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lex Lugor 3:45
- 2 I Was Forgotten 3:50
- 3 Kick a Dope Verse 4:11
- 4 Mommy 3:22
- 5 You’re Late 3:45
- 6 Rhymes I Sniff a.k.a. Carlos Died 4:18
- 7 Keep On 4:09
- 8 How the Fuck You Get a Deal 5:42
- 9 Kick a Dope Verse (Battered Baby Seal remix) 4:16
- 10 Return to Zero 4:19
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