Released in 2024 on the respected Tru Thoughts label, Liberation marks the third solo LP from Sly 5th Ave — composer, arranger, producer, and multi-instrumentalist. The album weaves together hip-hop and jazz into a cohesive sonic journey, opening with the ambitious four-part "Water Suite" before moving through a thoughtfully crafted sequence of tracks that showcases his range as an artist.
Liberation is a bold and mature statement from an artist operating at the intersection of two rich musical traditions. With collaborators including Michael Jelani Brooks and Kyle Rapps, the album balances introspective themes with dynamic, genre-blending production that rewards careful listening from start to finish.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Tru Thoughts
- Genre: Hip-Hop, Jazz
- Release Date: 03/22/2024
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TRACKS
A1. Water Suite (Thirst)
A2. Water Suite (Drown)
A3. Water Suite (Sanctuary)
A4. Water Suite (Renewal)
B1. Liberation
B2. No, No, No Pt. 2
B3. Actin’ Whyte
C1. Exodus
C2. Proverbs
C3. Monoxide
C4. Big Brother
D1. No, No, No Pt. 2
D2. Actin’ Whyte (Instrumental)
D3. Monoxide (Instrumental)
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