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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • thought-provoking lyrical exploration
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Nas· The Roots· Rakim

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It’s Good to Be Here 5:06
  • 2 Pacifics 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) 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

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