Nothing Is Quick in the Desert
Public Enemy · 2017
40 min · 13 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · political hip-hop
A raw, unfiltered exploration of contemporary issues through fierce beats and incisive lyricism.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks dynamic flow through themes intense bursts of energy
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2017, 'Nothing Is Quick in the Desert' is Public Enemy's first album in over a decade, following their 2007 release 'How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul?' This album marks a return to form for the group as they navigate the changing landscape of hip-hop while remaining politically engaged.
- If you like
- hardcore hip-hop, East Coast hip-hop, political hip-hop
Nothing Is Quick in the Desert is an album by Public Enemy, released in 2017. A raw, unfiltered exploration of contemporary issues through fierce beats and incisive lyricism. This album is notable for its bold commentary on social media and modern society, encapsulated in tracks like 'SOC MED Digital Heroin.' Critics praised it for its relevance and powerful message, contributing to Public Enemy's legacy as pioneering voices in political hip-hop. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Nothing Is Quick in the Desert sound like?
A raw, unfiltered exploration of contemporary issues through fierce beats and incisive lyricism. Rooted in hardcore hip-hop and East Coast hip-hop.
What makes Nothing Is Quick in the Desert by Public Enemy notable?
This album is notable for its bold commentary on social media and modern society, encapsulated in tracks like 'SOC MED Digital Heroin.' Critics praised it for its relevance and powerful message, contributing to Public Enemy's legacy as pioneering voices in political hip-hop. Released on January 1, 2017, 'Nothing Is Quick in the Desert' is Public Enemy's first album in over a decade, following their 2007 release 'How You Sell Soul to a Soulless People Who Sold Their Soul?' This album marks a return to form for the group as they navigate the changing landscape of hip-hop while remaining politically engaged.
Who is Nothing Is Quick in the Desert for?
Nothing Is Quick in the Desert works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, dynamic flow through themes and intense bursts of energy.
How many songs are on Nothing Is Quick in the Desert?
Nothing Is Quick in the Desert has 13 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Nothing Is Quick in the Desert 1:20
- 2 sPEak! Standout 3:31
- 3 Yesterday Man 4:20
- 4 Exit Your Mind 0:51
- 5 Beat Them All Standout 2:55
- 6 Smash the Crowd 3:32
- 7 If You Can’t Join Em Beat Em 1:27
- 8 So Be It 3:50
- 9 SOC MED Digital Heroin Standout 3:54
- 10 Terrorwrist 1:57
- 11 Toxic 3:11
- 12 Sells Like Teens Hear It 2:57
- 13 Rest in Beats, Part 1 & 2 6:52
Release Date
January 1, 2017
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 43 sec
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