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The Platform

Dilated Peoples · 2000

64 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop

A dynamic blend of intricate lyricism and hard-hitting beats that captures the essence of early 2000s hip-hop.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'The Platform' was Dilated Peoples' sophomore album, following their debut 'The Focused Album' from 1998. By this point, they were carving their niche in the underground hip-hop scene, building on their reputation for thoughtful lyrics and polished production, which would solidify their presence in the genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 So May I Introduce to You 0:47
  • 2 The Platform 4:37
  • 3 No Retreat 5:20
  • 4 Guaranteed 3:52
  • 5 Right On 4:55
  • 6 The Main Event 2:33
  • 7 Service 3:16
  • 8 Ear Drums Pop 4:08
  • 9 Years in the Making 3:10
  • 10 Annihilation 3:58
  • 11 Expanding Man 2:52
  • 12 The Last Line of Defense 4:42
  • 13 Triple Optics 4:13
  • 14 The Shape of Things to Come 5:04
  • 15 Work the Angles 4:00
  • 16 Ear Drums Pop (remix) 6:53

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