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Sound Ancestors

Madlib · 2021

41 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

An eclectic blend of sample-heavy beats and intricate melodies that pay homage to hip-hop's rich history.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic flow with engaging peaks
  • sample-heavy beats for exploration
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • intricate melodies for attentive listening
  • for casual hangouts

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking long, immersive experiences
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2021, 'Sound Ancestors' is a collaborative project between Madlib and the late producer J Dilla, following Madlib’s prolific output throughout the 2010s. This album comes after his critically acclaimed 'Bandana' with Freddie Gibbs, showcasing his ability to fuse diverse musical influences into cohesive soundscapes.
Stylistic neighbors
J Dilla· MF DOOM· Flying Lotus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 There Is No Time (Prelude) 1:16
  • 2 The Call 2:05
  • 3 Theme de Crabtree 2:16
  • 4 Road of the Lonely Ones 3:38
  • 5 Loose Goose 2:21
  • 6 Dirtknock 2:14
  • 7 Hopprock 3:27
  • 8 Riddim Chant 1:58
  • 9 Sound Ancestors 2:50
  • 10 One for Quartabê / Right Now 2:42
  • 11 Hang Out (Phone Off) 2:15
  • 12 Two for 2 – For Dilla 2:51
  • 13 Latino Negro 3:36
  • 14 The New Normal 2:28
  • 15 Chino 1:57
  • 16 Duumbiyay 3:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata