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Synopsis: This is the 13th album in approximately one year from Common, the one and only rapper/musician/actor/activist who has achieved four major American entertainment awards: a Grammy Award, an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and an Emmy Award. This instant hip-hop classic and call to action from the "modern-day Renaissance man" includes nine new tracks, including two interludes. The participating artists are super-star-studded! In addition to a super-star backing band including Robert Glasper (key), Kareem Riggins (ds), Bernice Travis (b), Isaiah Sharkey (g), and PJ (vo), Black Thought (The Roots), Lenny Kravitz, Chuck D, and Stevie Wonder are also featured. Regarding this work, Common commented that the music is intended to "uplift, heal, and inspire listeners who are trying to solve racial inequality and other social injustices." "'A Beautiful Revolution Pt 1' is about affirmation, recognition, and upliftment. Music that aligns with the movement, because the truth is there is still much work to be done. Regardless of the election results, we must not return to the status quo. The intention of this music is to transform all of our pain and anger into something productive, inspiring, and positive. It is to lead the movement to the next stage." Pt. 2 of this project is also planned for later this year! Direct import / Liner notes and lyrics translation included Media reviews and more Common, the one and only rapper/musician/actor/activist who has achieved four major American entertainment awards: Grammy, Academy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Emmy Award, releases his 13th album in about a year. (C)RS
