Talib Kweli's latest album
Eardrum brings conscious hip-hop to a new level. This time Kweli focuses on the production element of his music and combines that with his lyrical mastership proving both can work together to create amazing music. Collaborating with the
Kanye West,
Just Blaze,
Will.I.Am, and
UGK just to name a few, Kweli took some time to answer a few Qs about the new album, running his own label, and the state of hip-hop today.
Tell me about the new album, specifically the title, why Eardrum?
I called the new album Eardrum so people could focus on the musicality of what I do, and not just the lyrics.
You had a bunch of guests like Norah Jones, UGK, and Sizzla on Eardrum. Was there anyone you wanted to get on the album who you couldn't sort things out with?
No, not particularly. I recorded songs that I did not use though.
Why will Eardrum top your last album?
Because it's the first release out on my own label, Blacksmith.
How is the tour going?
Great, I'm always on tour.
