{"product_id":"4995879941904","title":"Weldon Irvin The Price of Freedom Japan Music CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003cbr\u003e\nContents Introduction First-press limited edition paper jacket packaging Newly remastered Weldon Irvine's 1999 work, which has gained new recognition alongside the rise of the hip-hop scene and the rare groove movement since the 1990s, including participation in works by Q-TIP and Mos Def! With the original CD becoming a collector's item, this is a long-awaited reissue and first LP release! Featuring guest appearances by artists representing the street scene of the time such as Q-TIP, Mos Def, and Talib Kweli, this jazzy and tight, superb groove that crosses over the feeling of the 70s with the sound of the 90s is a must-listen! Weldon Irvine, who has gained new recognition alongside the rise of the hip-hop scene and the rare groove movement since the 1990s, after the passage of time since the release of numerous masterpieces in the 70s. Released in 1999, this album possesses a strong social commentary, created against the backdrop of the shooting death of African immigrant Amadou Diallo by police officers. Furthermore, it features guest appearances from leading artists of the hip-hop scene at the time, such as Mos Def, Talib Kweli, and Q-Tip, showcasing an ambitious sound that crosses over the jazzy groove inherited from the 70s with the street feeling of the 90s! From street-style hip hop tracks like \"Hip Hop Speaks\" (M2) featuring Mos Def and Talib Kweli, and \"Make It All Better\" (M3) featuring Q-Tip and Black Star, to the mellow R\u0026amp;B\/neo-soul \"Break Bread\" (M8) that foreshadows the arrival of the 2000s, this is a historically important work that reflects the pride of Weldon Irvine, who has always been at the forefront of the scene since the 70s! This CD format marks the first reissue, and it will also be released for the first time in vinyl format, a format not available at the time! Media reviews and more: This 1999 album by Weldon Irvine, who has gained renewed appreciation alongside the rise of the hip-hop scene and the rare groove movement since the 1990s, including participation in works by Q-TIP and Mos Def! With the original CD becoming a collector's item, this long-awaited reissue and first-ever LP release is finally here!! Featuring guest appearances from artists representing the street scene of the time, such as Q-TIP, Mos Def, and Talib Kweli, this jazzy, tight, and superb groove, which crosses over 70s feelings with 90s sounds, is a must-listen! (C)RS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227025236277,"sku":"4995879941904","price":4100.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5966\/5973\/files\/41dc36330lL._AC.jpg?v=1785375873","url":"https:\/\/tokyojapancdshop.com\/products\/4995879941904","provider":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}