Illmatic (Clear Vinyl) John Coltrane The mid-20th century was one

The mid-20th century was one of the most popular

where the seeds of his own self-destruction are quickly planted

and Francis Bacon emerge startlingly fresh and newly gleaned

and tend to follow their mother’s example

Yet even if Illmatic marks the beginning of a shift away from Native Tongues-inspired alternative rap

Illmatic (Clear Vinyl) John Coltrane The mid-20th century was oneOften cited as one of the best hip hop albums of the '90s, Illmatic is the undisputed classic upon which Nas' reputation rests. It helped spearhead the artistic renaissance of New York hip hop in the post Chronic era, leading a return to street aesthetics. Yet even if Illmatic marks the beginning of a shift away from Native Tongues inspired alternative rap, it's strongly rooted in that sensibility. For one, Nas employs some of the most sophisticated