The title of this post is taken from a rhyme from the track "Quills" by The Roots, which appeared on their 2002 album Phrenology. It was the first time I'd ever heard the name of Detroit jazz drummer and producer Karriem Riggins.
I knew he was popular within hip hop production circles, but I never really knew much about him.
But I was recently tipped off on this latest record he has released entitled Alone Together, and I gotta say I'm feelin' it immensely!
This album lives right at the cross-section of hip hop and jazz music, and will bring delight to fans of instrumentals and beats. The first comparison I drew was to J Dilla's Donuts album.
What I like about this record is the fact that with 34 tracks in total, you'll always discover a new track that you dig, so it always sounds fresh. This is what you've come to expect from a Stones Throw release.
A super-dope record indeed.
-Turnbull
