Armand Hammer & Alchemist - Mercy - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Looking back more than four years later at Haram, it is easier to see the forest forthe trees. At the time, much of the attention fell on how this outsider duo would fareunder the bright lights- which was fair, Armand Hammer had never done a singleproducer record before- and here they were working with a living legend. Now,with a little distance, it's easier to see how Alchemist stepped out of his comfortzone to meet them where they were, and how all three artists then absconded forparts unknown. The flashbulb energy of InchBring The Stars OutInch, asymmetric droneof InchChicharronesInch, fugue-bounce of InchGod's FeetInch, and good luck finding analoguesfor InchPeppertreeInch or InchStonefruitInch. Haram doesn't sound like anything else in theALC discography, nor in Armand Hammer's, for that matter. Haram was a one-shot kill that somehow contained some of the most accessible work ELUCID andbilly woods had ever done, as well as some of their most experimental, and it allsounded cohesive.Needless to say, they didn't do this alone; KAYANA's golden voice upps thewattage on InchBlack Sunlight,Inch while Fielded's sultry alto gets chopped and screwedon InchAubergineInch. Earl Sweatshirt's cameo on the sun-soaked InchFalling Out the SkyInchis already a classic. Curly Castro, Amani, and Quelle Chris all turn up the heat whencalled upon.But since we are talking about retrospect here, the thing about Haram isn't that itstill sounds as good as it did when it came out. The amazing thing is that it actuallysounds even better than it did then. You don't have to take our word for it either, runit up one time, with the lights low and something on ice, see if it doesn't take yousomewhere new, again. Album Tracks 1. Sir Benni Miles 2. Roaches Don't Fly 3. Black Sunlight 4. Indian Summer 5. Aubergine 6. God's Feet 7. Peppertree 8. Scaffolds 9. Falling Out the Sky

The highly anticipated collaborative album, GOLDFISH, sees two of contemporary hip-hop's most revered and distinct production minds, Hit-Boy and The Alchemist, finally join forces for a full-length statement. Far from a simple beat-swap, this project is a masterclass in sonic cohesion, blurring the lines between their signature sounds to forge a new, golden-hued identity. Beyond production, the duo step from behind the boards to behind the mic to trade verses throughout the project, adding a personal layer to their creative vision. GOLDFISH is a deeply immersive listen, perfectly balancing the West Coast muscle and polished, anthemic quality of Hit-Boy's work with the dusty, abstract texture and cinematic suspense that defines The Alchemist's aesthetic.The result is a sound that feels both street-tested and museum-worthy. A collaborative manifesto, showcasing the infinite possibilities when two generational talents decide to link up, creating an instant classic in the canon of producer/MC albums. Album Tracks 1. Doing My Best 2. Business Merger 3. Show Me the Way 4. Mick & Cooley (Feat. Conway the Machine) 5. Ask for Me 6. Ricky 7. Groupie Love 8. Celebration Moments (Feat. Havoc) 9. Home Improvement 10. Recent Memory 11. Walk in Faith 12. Not Much (Feat. Boldy James) 13. Drawing Bridges (Feat. Johnathan Hulett) 14. All Gas No Breaks (Feat. Jay Worthy & Big Hit) 15. God Is Great

Following what many would consider a banner year of releases for both artists, Curren$y & The Alchemist reunite for their third collaborative album, Continuance. With a chemistry that is unmatched in this day and age, the album sees Spitta exude effortless confidence over some of Alc's most finely crafted beats, resulting in what many would already consider a timeless piece of work. The 13-track album features a tight, yet impressive roster of guests including Boldy James, Babyface Ray, Styles P, Larry June, Havoc, and old partner in crime, Wiz Khalifa. While their run seems never ending at this point, it is definitely something to be celebrated and not taken for granted. Album Tracks 1. Half Moon Mornings 2. Reese's Cup 3. No Yeast (Feat. Boldy James) 4. Obsession 5. Corvette Rally Stripes (Feat. Havoc & Wiz Khalifa) 6. Whale Watching (Feat. Styles P) 7. The Tonight Show 8. Signature Move 9. Louis Baggage (Feat. Babyface Ray) 10. The Final Board 11. Jodeci Tape 12. Endurance Runners (Feat. Larry June) 13. Kool & the Gang