On June 13, 2000, Detroit hip hop group Slum Village released their second album, Fantastic Vol. 2. The album was a critical and commercial ...
Fantastic Vol. 2 was produced by the group's founding member, J Dilla, who was known for his soulful and jazzy beats. The album's sound was a departure from the more aggressive Detroit hip hop of the time, and it helped to popularize a more laid-back and introspective style of hip hop.
The album featured the singles "Selfish", "Fall in Love", and "The Militia". "Selfish" was a top 10 hit on the Billboard Hot Rap Tracks chart, and "Fall in Love" was a top 20 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Fantastic Vol. 2 was certified platinum by the RIAA, and it was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album. The album is considered a classic by many hip hop fans, and it continues to be influential today.
Here are some of the things that made Fantastic Vol. 2 such a groundbreaking album:
The production: The album was produced by J Dilla, who was known for his soulful and jazzy beats. Dilla's production helped to create a unique sound for the album that was both laid-back and introspective.
The lyrics: The lyrics on Fantastic Vol. 2 were often personal and introspective. The group members rapped about their experiences growing up in Detroit, their relationships, and their hopes and dreams. The impact: Fantastic Vol. 2 was a critical and commercial success, and it is considered one of the most important albums in hip hop history. The album helped to popularize a more laid-back and introspective style of hip hop, and it continues to be influential today.
If you're a fan of hip hop, or if you're interested in learning more about the Detroit hip hop scene, then I highly recommend checking out Fantastic Vol. 2. It's a classic album that is still as relevant today as it was when it was first released.
Slum Village released their second album Fantastic Vol. 2 June 13, 2000 which song are you playing first❓ pic.twitter.com/9HsCgPt7YA
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