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The Midnight Hour

Ali Shaheed Muhammad · 2018

60 min · 20 tracks · hip-hop

A jazzy and soulful exploration of hip-hop's rich textures, merging live instrumentation with reflective lyricism.

Where this album fits

Career context
Release in 2018 marked Ali Shaheed Muhammad's first solo project since the dissolution of A Tribe Called Quest in 1998. This album showcases his evolution from a pioneering hip-hop producer to a versatile artist blending genres. The Midnight Hour serves as a testament to his continued relevance and innovation within the music landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Lil Wayne· 2 Chainz· Yo Gotti

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Black Beacon 4:00
  • 2 Mare 1:05
  • 3 It’s You 4:56
  • 4 Questions 3:27
  • 5 So Amazing 4:12
  • 6 Gate 54 4:03
  • 7 Do It Together 3:08
  • 8 Redneph in B Minor 2:48
  • 9 Better Endeavor 2:48
  • 10 Smiling for Me 3:02
  • 11 Don’t Keep Me Waiting 3:17
  • 12 Bitches Do Voodoo 0:53
  • 13 Possibilities 3:11
  • 14 Mission 2:55
  • 15 Dans un moment d’errance 3:02
  • 16 Love Is Free 2:43
  • 17 Together Again 3:20
  • 18 Feel Alive 2:56
  • 19 There Is No Greater Love 2:19
  • 20 Ravens 2:24

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata