Reachin'
Digable Planets · 1993
56 min · 14 tracks · jazz rap
A seamless blend of jazzy instrumentation and smooth, thought-provoking lyrics that redefined hip-hop's boundaries.
Why this album works
'Reachin'' was critically acclaimed upon release, earning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group for 'Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat).' The album not only charted well, reaching No. 15 on the Billboard 200, but it also played a significant role in popularizing jazz rap, influencing subsequent artists within the genre.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions thought-provoking lyrical exploration
- Context
- Released on February 9, 1993, 'Reachin'' marked Digable Planets' debut album during a time when they were carving their niche within the emerging jazz rap scene. Following their formation in 1991, the group quickly gained attention, setting themselves apart with their unique sound that incorporated live instrumentation and intellectual lyricism.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It’s Good to Be Here Standout 5:06
- 2 Pacifics Standout 4:31
- 3 Where I’m From 4:35
- 4 What Cool Breezes Do 3:21
- 5 Time & Space (A New Refutation Of) 3:32
- 6 Rebirth of Slick (Cool Like Dat) Standout 4:21
- 7 Last of the Spiddyocks 4:27
- 8 Jimmi Diggin’ Cats 3:41
- 9 La Femme Fétal 4:35
- 10 Escapism (Gettin’ Free) 3:24
- 11 Appointment at the Fat Clinic 2:58
- 12 Nickel Bags 3:18
- 13 Swoon Units 4:00
- 14 Examination of What 4:44
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
