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For Whom the Beat Tolls

Canibus · 2007

69 min · 16 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop

A dense tapestry of intricate lyricism layered over hard-hitting beats and experimental soundscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dense lyricism for deep listeners
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing for focused attention
  • thought-provoking themes and concepts
  • engaging narrative across multiple tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, catchy tunes
  • seek quick gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2007, Canibus had transitioned from his early fame in the late '90s to a more niche audience. 'For Whom the Beat Tolls' marked his continued evolution as an underground artist, following the mixed reception of his previous albums. This album exemplified his commitment to complex wordplay and deep philosophical themes.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 For Whom the Beat Tolls 2:10
  • 2 Harbinger of Light 3:21
  • 3 Poet Laureate Infinity v003 11:05
  • 4 Liquid Wordz 4:21
  • 5 Father Author, Poor Pauper 3:25
  • 6 Dreamzzzzz 4:53
  • 7 Magnum Innominandum 2:59
  • 8 Layered Prayers 2:31
  • 9 The Fusion Centre 2:24
  • 10 702-386-5397 4:03
  • 11 The Goetia 3:06
  • 12 Secrets Amongst Cosmonauts 4:27
  • 13 One Ought Not to Think 2:20
  • 14 Javelin Fangz 4:12
  • 15 There Has He Been 2:45
  • 16 Poet Laureate Infinity v004 11:33

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