The Master [PA]

構成数 : 1枚
合計収録時間 : 01:02:00
Personnel includes: Rakim (vocals); DJ Clark Kent (vocals, drums, programming, scratches); Rahzel (vocals, sound effects, beat box); Nneaka Morton, Connie McKendrick (vocals); Punch (various instruments, programming); Ron Lawrence (keyboards, bass); Naughty Shorts, Big Jaz (keyboards, programming); Kevin Osborne, Ted Berkey (keyboards); DJ Slice (bass, scratches); Andy Katz (bass); Trevor Randolph (drums, programming); V.I.C. (percussion, programming); 45 King (programming). Producers include: DJ Premier, Ron Lawrence, Jaz-O, Clark Kent, Big Jaz. Engineers include: Cus, Andy Katz, 45 King. With an MC as talented as Rakim is, there is always the threat that the production will not live up to his superior lyrical flow. 1997's THE 18TH LETTER may not have been the classic record hip-hop purists were waiting for, but it definitely didn't disappoint. 1999's THE MASTER is a pleasant reminder that Rakim is still at the peak of his game. So how does the production fit into the equation? Luckily, the producers assembled for this go 'round are reverent enough to not take their opportunities lightly. DJ Premier comes correct as always with two solid tracks, "When I B on Tha Mic" and "Waiting for the World to End." Other standouts include Punch's party anthem "All Night Long," Big Jaz's "It's a Must" (featuring guest vocal scratches by Rahzel), and Amen-Ra's "Uplift." But it's the 45 King who produces the most timeless track, "How I Get Down," which has a nostalgic feel without sounding dated. It's this song that reminds us of the early days, and what hip-hop used to be, and what it has become. Rakim remains one of the few MC's who manage to ease the blow of change while keeping rap moving forward at the same time.
エディション : PA
録音 : ステレオ (Studio)