Special Effects
Tech N9ne · 2015
119 min · 25 tracks · gangsta rap · hardcore hip-hop · nu metal
A kaleidoscopic journey through rapid-fire verses and cinematic production, embodying Tech N9ne's eclectic style.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with interludes rapid-fire verses for engagement wave-like pacing for exploration
- Context
- By the time 'Special Effects' was released in 2015, Tech N9ne had established himself as a key figure in independent hip-hop, following his breakthrough album 'All 6's and 7's' in 2011. This album continued to build on his reputation for intricate lyricism and genre-blurring sounds, showcasing his evolution as an artist who thrives outside the mainstream.
- If you like
- gangsta rap, hardcore hip-hop, nu metal
Special Effects is an album by Tech N9ne, released in 2015. A kaleidoscopic journey through rapid-fire verses and cinematic production, embodying Tech N9ne's eclectic style. 'Special Effects' debuted at number four on the Billboard 200, marking it as one of Tech N9ne's highest charting albums to date. The project received significant attention for its ambitious production and featured collaborations with notable artists, further solidifying Tech N9ne's influence in the hip-hop community and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Special Effects sound like?
A kaleidoscopic journey through rapid-fire verses and cinematic production, embodying Tech N9ne's eclectic style. Rooted in gangsta rap and hardcore hip-hop.
What makes Special Effects by Tech N9ne notable?
'Special Effects' debuted at number four on the Billboard 200, marking it as one of Tech N9ne's highest charting albums to date. The project received significant attention for its ambitious production and featured collaborations with notable artists, further solidifying Tech N9ne's influence in the hip-hop community and beyond. By the time 'Special Effects' was released in 2015, Tech N9ne had established himself as a key figure in independent hip-hop, following his breakthrough album 'All 6's and 7's' in 2011. This album continued to build on his reputation for intricate lyricism and genre-blurring sounds, showcasing his evolution as an artist who thrives outside the mainstream.
Who is Special Effects for?
Special Effects works well if you're into dynamic journey with interludes, rapid-fire verses for engagement and wave-like pacing for exploration.
How many songs are on Special Effects?
Special Effects has 25 tracks, running approximately 119 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Procedure (intro) 0:14
- 2 Aw Yeah (InterVENTion) 2:49
- 3 Lacrimosa 4:19
- 4 Condolences (skit) 0:27
- 5 On the Bible Standout 4:09
- 6 Shroud 4:48
- 7 More Psycho Messages (skit) 0:52
- 8 Psycho B***ch III 4:55
- 9 Wither 4:44
- 10 Dead Alive (skit) 0:33
- 11 Hood Go Crazy Standout 3:45
- 12 Bass Ackwards 4:03
- 13 No K 3:08
- 14 Countdown (skit) 0:14
- 15 Speedom (WWC2) Standout 4:55
- 16 Give It All 5:00
- 17 Yates 3:47
- 18 M T M D (skit) 0:15
- 19 A Certain Comfort 3:41
- 20 Burn It Down 3:50
- 21 Life Sentences 4:57
- 22 Dyin’ Flyin’ 3:51
- 23 Worldly Angel 4:59
- 24 Roadkill 2:56
Disc 2
- 1 The Making of Special Effects 42:08
Release Date
January 1, 2015
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
119 min 19 sec
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