The Emancipation Procrastination
Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah · 2017
63 min · 12 tracks · jazz
A fusion of jazz, hip-hop, and spoken word, blending intricate rhythms with socially conscious themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Emancipation Procrastination — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme of liberation against societal constraints, showcasing intricate improvisation that reflects both personal and collective struggle.
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AvengHer — This track blends sharp lyricism with dynamic instrumentation, addressing themes of empowerment and resilience while highlighting Adjuah's innovative approach to storytelling through music.
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Gerrymandering Game — Here, Adjuah critiques political manipulation with rhythmic complexity that mirrors the chaos of the subject matter, making it a powerful reflection on contemporary issues.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's intricate rhythms and genre fusion create a distinctive sound that stands out in contemporary jazz.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements interspersed with instrumental sections, blending genres fluidly.
- The final track includes a gradual deceleration in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- gradual build to reflective climax
- socially conscious lyrical depth
- intricate melodies for deep listening
- engaging narratives across tracks
- back-loaded pacing rewards patience
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- The Emancipation Procrastination is Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah's debut album, released in 2017. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from traditional jazz to a more innovative sound that incorporates elements of hip-hop and contemporary issues. This album marked his artistic reinvention as he sought to address social justice themes through music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kamasi Washington· Esperanza Spalding· Robert Glasper
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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AvengHer
A moment shifts from personal reflection to a broader call for justice.
This transition emphasizes the interconnectedness of personal narratives and societal struggles, reinforcing the album's overarching message of collective empowerment.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Emancipation Procrastination 6:25
- 2 AvengHer 5:02
- 3 Ruler Rebel (X. aTunde Adjuah remix) 5:53
- 4 Ashes of Our Forever 4:07
- 5 In The Beginning 2:24
- 6 Michele with One L 3:11
- 7 The Cypher 4:45
- 8 Videotape 4:39
- 9 Gerrymandering Game 2:02
- 10 Unrigging November 5:00
- 11 Cages 9:33
- 12 New Heroes 10:45
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