The 3rd World (Bonus Edition)
Immortal Technique
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| Total: 19 Songs |
Album Review
Fans of the Peruvian-born rapper have waited five long years for the third installment in Immortal Technique's iconic Revolutionary series, and by the sound of mixtape-cum-LP The 3rd World, the wait may yet go on. Though marketed as the New York MC's third solo full-length, The 3rd World is more or less a straight collaboration with longtime DJ Green Lantern, who handles most of the production and mixing on the album. Lyrically and vocally, it's more fiery and intense than his previous work — no mean feat as his fans will attest — directing ire at his favorite enemies: politicians, capitalism, and big business. Beginning with the post-apocalyptic opener "Death March," Technique draws parallels between the developing world and the poverty-ridden underclass in America, pointing out the irony in U.S. foreign policy effectively forcing families like his to migrate to America: "Invasion, a ramp of monetary inflation/That brought us all to the footsteps of this nation." He cleverly paraphrases Bill Clinton on the title track, noting, "they might even have a black president/But he's useless/Because he doesn't control the economy, stupid!" Yet, at 69 minutes in length, Technique's shtick wears increasingly thin as the album progresses and the frenetic pace with which he delivers his rhymes becomes tiresome, negating much of the emotional weight behind his deeply felt rhymes. By no means a bad record, fans will expect a more well-rounded affair when the third chapter in the Revolutionary story finally drops.
Customer Reviews
This album is brilliant, if you remember what technique is
the reviews i have heard from people on this album are not as high as i would have thought. many are saying lyrics this and green lantern that. 1st off, tech did not sell out, he made an album that has an in your face attitude. his other albums are more underground sounding and are easy to listen to. this is an album produced with loud beats to be a kick in the mouth to those that he called out on the record. 2nd, understand that when he says he wants to be a gangsta pop rapper, it's not about actually being famous in that way. what he is talking about, which he has done before, is that he wants people to actually listen to his stuff and join in the revolution. technique did not sell out, just made a record. 3rd, understand what this album is. this is an album that is the transition to the middle passage and revolutionary vol. 3. this is the way his music is supposed to go, and the transition he makes now is to prepare for some of the craziest beats and lyrics ever on the next to albums. listen to the songs and the actual meanings behind this revolution.
Different
I've only listened to the album through once so far, but here are a couple things that I've noticed: -The production value has increased significantly from his previous albums. This album sounds more polished and more mainstream, which some may like and some may not. I liked the rough, simple sound of the previous albums, but it's not surprising for his third album to sound more refined and I don't dislike this change in particular. -While the lyrics are still good, they just didn't have the same effect on me as the lyrics in his previous albums did, and that's why I gave the album 4 stars instead of a 5. With a few exceptions, like Harlem Renaissance, the songs don't go into the depth in expressing his political views as I am used to from him, and none feature the same sort of detailed storytelling as I loved in "Dance With The Devil" or "You Never Know"; many of the lyrics seem to be simpler and more mainstream. Some may like this, but I prefer the songs that are the exceptions to this change. It's still a good album, but I do hope that Revolutionary Volume 3 goes back to the same style that I was expecting in this album. I'm also happy to see this album in iTunes Plus; now I can easily burn it to an MP3-CD for my car.
Very good release... Very different release...
Tech is a very talented MC but up to this point in his solo releases his sound has been very defined, very raw, and very vocal oriented, usually purposely underproduced. The lyrics have always been there, he very clearly makes his political commentary and expresses his views. This album is different because it is very highly produced, DJ Green Lantern is very noticable on this release. It is up to personal opinion whether you like or dislike Green Lantern's tracks, but it's very different than old Technique and may alienate some of his fans who are adversed to this, claiming Technique has sold out or has became hypocritical for this reason. For an idea of what the tracks sound like, I would suggest listening to old Jay-Z (but don't listen to Jay-Z's lyrics for an idea of Technique's lyrics, Technique's lyrics are at a very different and much more political level.) The lyrics are still blunt and deliver their messages very well, yet they are hidden behind the new sound and the high production, something most Technique fans (including myself) were not used to, as we were used to a more vocal-heavy raw sound that allowed us to appreciate the lyrics and vocals altogether more. But altogether, this album must not be compared with Technique's older Revolutionary works for an unbiased view of the album, but it is understandable that for the reason his sound has changed so drastically that fans may be alienated and not appreciate this album as much. I, personally, very much enjoy this album and the messages it delivers, as they are very intuitive, much more intuitive than seen in any mainstream rap today or ever. Immortal Technique is arguably the most intelligent MC and his message does not die with this album, his sound changes drastically, but personally I love the new sound and hope this review helped you and has encouraged you to purchase songs off the album or the entire album. The three best songs on the album in my opinion would have to be: Harlem Renaissance, Watchout (Remix), and Hollywood Driveby.
Biography
Born: February 19, 1978 in Lima, Peru
Genre: Hip-Hop/Rap
Years Active: '00s, '10s
Top Albums and Songs By Immortal Technique
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1 |
ExplicitDance with the Devil | Revolutionary, Vol. 1 (Bonus Track Version) | 9:39 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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2 |
ExplicitThe Point of No Return | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 4:01 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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3 |
ExplicitIndustrial Revolution | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 3:38 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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4 |
Bin Laden (Featuring MosDef) [Street] | Bin Laden Remix (Bin Laden Pt. 2) - EP | 2:50 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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5 |
ExplicitPeruvian Cocaine | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 4:48 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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6 |
ExplicitFreedom of Speech | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 3:06 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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7 |
ExplicitObnoxious | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 4:49 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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8 |
ExplicitYou Never Know | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 7:48 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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9 |
ExplicitThe Cause of Death | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 5:53 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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ExplicitThe 4th Branch | Revolutionary, Vol. 2 | 5:18 | $0.99 | View In iTunes |
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- $9.99
- Genres: Hip-Hop/Rap, Music, Underground Rap, East Coast Rap, Hardcore Rap
- Released: Jun 24, 2008
- ℗ 2008 Viper Records, Ltd.
