{"product_id":"gang-starr_one-of-the-best-yet_2019","title":"One Of The Best Yet","description":"Gang Starr is undoubtedly one of the most revered, loved, and influential groups in hip hop. Throughout their distinguished career, they became a cultural institution and a trusted brand. The group's logo, \"Chain and the Star,\" symbolizes power and excellence, permeating the cutting-edge music they created. With a handful of indelible albums on their resume, DJ Premier and Guru's catalog has not only persevered but has mastered the test of time. Simply put, Gang Starr did not follow trends; they created them. Although they never \"officially\" disbanded after the release of their last project (The Ownerz in 2003), DJ Premier and Guru always remained connected, even as they embarked on solo trajectories. DJ Premier has won three Grammys and helped transform rising artists like Nas, Jay-Z, Notorious B.I.G., and many others into rap royalty; his footprint also includes collaborations with Drake, Kanye West, Dr. Dre, Snoop, Mos Def, D'Angelo... In turn, Guru would release his own highly influential project, Jazzmatazz. Meanwhile, fans have always clamored for another Gang Starr album. Despite the whispers over the years, nothing was ever settled, and the possibilities of this project coming to fruition seemed increasingly distant as the years went by. After Guru's tragic death in 2010, hope seemed completely lost. The first person who refused to lose hope was DJ Premier. What has passed is a prologue. In September 2017, DJ Premier embarked on a journey that had taken years. He did so with the aura and presence of Guru, undeniably occupying the studio with him; not only in spirit but also in physical form, as the urn with his ashes rested firmly on Premier's production console while the iconic producer began working on Gang Starr's first new album in sixteen years. Guru's monotone voice, as pure as ever, unexpectedly enveloped the studio, and it felt as if he had been resurrected. At that moment, time stood still, and there was no avoiding how emotional and impactful this project would be. As DJ Premier and Guru were once again alone in the studio as they had been countless times before, this time was completely different. Undeniably, there was comfort and joy to be found. Premier had found the voice of his brother and musical partner in life, and he was once again in his comfort zone; creating music with Guru. However, the experience also daily reinforced the sense of loss and grief that had been ever-present for Premier since Guru's death. This album not only brings you back to Gang Starr's landmark work of the past, but it restores their impact in a modern perspective. Although Guru passed away nearly ten years ago, his voice on \"Bad Name\" is as magnetic, insightful, and contemplative as ever. \"Bad Name\" proves that Gang Starr is still at the forefront of culture, as Guru plays the medium and effortlessly glides over DJ Premier's beat to address current issues, not only in the music industry but in society at large. All tracks are produced by DJ Premier.","brand":"Gang Starr","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58239982240088,"sku":null,"price":24075380.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0898\/4943\/0360\/files\/0192641066719.jpg?v=1787438467","url":"https:\/\/vinyles.com\/en-us\/products\/gang-starr_one-of-the-best-yet_2019","provider":"Vinyles.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}