Unexpected Guests
MF DOOM · 2009
49 min · 17 tracks · alternative hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · underground hip-hop
A collage of intricate wordplay and playful beats, layered with DOOM's signature enigmatic style.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its eclectic mix of tracks and collaborations, which exemplify DOOM's influence on alternative hip-hop. It received positive reviews and helped solidify DOOM's reputation as a creative powerhouse within the genre, impacting the sound and direction of underground hip-hop.
- Best for
- playful beats for casual listening dynamic flow with varied pacing short tracks for quick enjoyment
- Context
- By the time 'Unexpected Guests' was released in 2009, MF DOOM had already established himself as a pivotal figure in underground hip-hop. This album followed his acclaimed works like 'Madvillainy' (2004) and served as a showcase for his collaborations with various artists, underlining his unique approach to lyricism and production.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kool Keith· Kool G Rap· RZA
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fly That Knot Standout 3:20
- 2 Sniper Elite 1:56
- 3 Yikes 1:03
- 4 SORCERERS Standout 3:01
- 5 Da Supafriendz 2:58
- 6 Quite Buttery 1:19
- 7 ? 3:26
- 8 All Outta Ale 3:08
- 9 E.N.Y. HOUSE 2:33
- 10 Bell of Doom 2:31
- 11 My Favorite Ladies Standout 2:37
- 12 Street Corners (DOOM remix) 3:37
- 13 Angels 3:16
- 14 Fire Wood Drumstykx 1:30
- 15 The Unexpected 3:39
- 16 Project Jazz 3:38
- 17 Black Gold / I Hear Voices (live) 5:37
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