What does The Lost Tribes sound like?

A vibrant blend of jazz-infused beats and clever lyricism, capturing the essence of hip-hop's golden age. Rooted in hip-hop and alternative hip-hop. Start with "Oh My God (UK Flavor radio mix)".

Is The Lost Tribes a good place to start with A Tribe Called Quest?

Yes, The Lost Tribes is recommended as a starting point for new A Tribe Called Quest listeners. A vibrant blend of jazz-infused beats and clever lyricism, capturing the essence of hip-hop's golden age. Released in 2006, The Lost Tribes marked A Tribe Called Quest's first compilation album following their breakup in 1998. This collection showcases remixes and previously unreleased tracks, highlighting their enduring influence on hip-hop culture during a period when they were largely absent from the mainstream scene.

Who is The Lost Tribes for?

The Lost Tribes works well if you're into dynamic mix of energy levels, for late-night vibes and engaging remixes with fresh twists.

How many songs are on The Lost Tribes?

The Lost Tribes has 16 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Released 20 years ago

The Lost Tribes

A Tribe Called Quest · 2006

61 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of jazz-infused beats and clever lyricism, capturing the essence of hip-hop's golden age.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Oh My God (UK Flavor radio mix) Start here — This remix enhances the original track's infectious energy with a fresh beat, serving as a testament to the group's ability to reimagine their hits while retaining their signature sound.
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Scenario (remix) — The remix of this iconic collaboration highlights the chemistry among the various artists featured, showcasing A Tribe Called Quest's impact on collaborative hip-hop efforts.
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Mardi Gras at Midnight — As an unreleased track, it encapsulates the essence of A Tribe Called Quest's playful yet profound lyricism, offering fans a taste of what they missed during the group's hiatus.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic mix of energy levels
for late-night vibes
engaging remixes with fresh twists
inviting sing-alongs with friends
short bursts of vibrant fun

Maybe skip if you

prefer straightforward, single tracks
seek constant high-energy intensity

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A compilation of remixes and unreleased tracks, it appeals to dedicated fans but isn't a primary entry point.
Career context: Released in 2006, The Lost Tribes marked A Tribe Called Quest's first compilation album following their breakup in 1998. This collection showcases remixes and previously unreleased tracks, highlighting their enduring influence on hip-hop culture during a period when they were largely absent from the mainstream scene.
Stylistic neighbors: De La Soul· The Roots· Gang Starr