Brother Ali - Secrets & Escapes - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Brother Ali's InchSatisfied SoulInch (his debut Mello Music Group album) is a thunderclap, a 17-track sermon where truth and vulnerability collide with legendary producer Ant's signature production. Ali wields his pen like a blade, slicing through the smoke of political despair and personal revelation, delivering wisdom with a preacher's cadence and a rebel's fire. Ant crafts a sonic mosaic of dusty drums, warm vinyl crackle, and ghostly rhythms that feel like they've been pulled from the deep pockets of America's forgotten record shops. This is thought provoking, spiritual rap, full of jagged self-reflection and unflinching critique, rooted in hope and defiance. Ali's voice weaves stories that feel more like conversations with an old friend than mere tracks. This isn't just an album-it's a movement wrapped in the spirit of resilience. Credits 1. Satisfied Soul 2. Deep Cuts 3. Higher Learning at the Skyway 4. D.R.U.M. 5. The Counts 6. Cast Aside 7. Ocean of Rage 8. Under the Stars 9. Personal 10. Two Dudes 11. Better But Us 12. Name of The One 13. Immortalized 14. Head Heart Hands 15. Mysterious Things 16. Handwriting 17. Sing Myself Whole Album Tracks 1. Satisfied Soul 2. Deep Cuts 3. Higher Learning at the Skyway 4. D.R.U.M 5. The Counts 6. Cast Aside 7. Ocean of Rage 8. Under the Stars 9. Personal 10. Two Dudes 11. Better But Us 12. Name of the One 13. Immortalized 14. Head Heart Hands 15. Mysterious Things 16. Handwriting 17. Sing Myself Whole

With over 60,000 units sold of his 2007 critically acclaimed album THE UNDISPUTED TRUTH, Brother Ali returns with US. As with his previous releases, Alis musical landscape has been created by Atmosphere beatsmith, Ant. Staying true to their soul and blues influence they've become known for, US takes on a more rich and dense sonic quality with the duo's incorporation of live instrumentation. With guest appearances by Chuck D, Freeway, Joell Ortiz and Stokley Williams of Mint Condition, Brother Ali and Ant have once again crafted a beautifully intelligent and entertaining album for all of US. Album Tracks 1. Brothers & Sisters 2. The Preacher 3. Crown Jewel 4. House Keys 5. Fresh Air 6. Tight Rope 7. Breakin' Dawn 8. The Travelers 9. Babygirl 10. 'Round Here 11. Bad Mufucker Pt. 2 12. Best@It 13. Games 14. Slippin'away 15. You Say (Puppy Love) 16. Us

In 2000, Brother Ali joined Rhymesayers with a self-produced demo, RITES OF PASSAGE. Three years later he released SHADOWS ON THE SUN, followed by the critically acclaimed CHAMPION EP, which smacked hip-hop kids in the face worldwide. He spent the last three years on tour. After struggling through a series of personal roadblocks, Brother Ali, along with Atmosphere producer and SHADOW & CHAMPION collaborator Ant, present his long-awaited sophomore full-length album, UNDISPUTED TRUTH. Personal, political and more powerful than ever. Album Tracks 1. Whatcha Got 2. Lookin at Me Sideways 3. Truth Is 4. The Puzzle 5. Pedigree 6. Daylight 7. Freedom Ain't Free 8. Letter from the Government 9. Here 10. Listen Up Feat. Whipper Whip 11. Take Me Home 12. Uncle Sam Goddamn 13. Walking Away 14. Faheem 15. Ear to Ear