Nas and Mass Attraction have introduced their formidable “Legend Has It” collection. It should characteristic seven releases this yr from seven hip-hop icons. Mass Attraction teased the announcement on X (previously Twitter) with a cryptic video.
The featured seven artists are Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep, Raekwon, De La Soul, the late Large L, Nas himself, and a yet-to-be-named particular visitor. Earlier this yr, Alchemist shared the information that he was engaged on a Mobb Deep album throughout an look on The Breakfast Membership whereas discussing the affect of late Mobb Deep member Prodigy.
“They did a lot work, it was insane. You may simply peel again layers in Prodigy’s rhymes. He was forward of his time,” Alc stated.
“Their discography is unmatched. P’s legend lives. He did greater than the common particular person whereas he was right here, and he even left behind numerous stuff,” he continued. “So we’re fortunate sufficient to be engaged on a brand new Mobb Deep undertaking.”
Mass Attraction issued an official press launch this morning, additional explaining the importance of this collection.
“Legend Has It… is devoted to celebrating and spotlighting among the most vital and influential hip-hop artists of all time; trailblazers who’ve been instrumental in constructing and shaping the music and tradition, and have taken it from the streets of New York Metropolis to the broader world, leaving an indelible mar,” it says. “This unparalleled collection of Legend Has It… releases options rap icon and Mass Attraction Data co-founder Nas and super-producer DJ Premier’s reprisal of their groundbreaking partnership; Ghostface Killah’s long-rumoured Supreme Clientele 2 sequel to his 2000 basic; plus a recent providing, Emperor’s New Garments, from fellow Wu-Tang Clan lynchpin Raekwon The Chef.”
The information of “Legends Have It” shortly sparked reactions on social media.
“Nas label Mass Attraction is what’s been lacking badly,” tweeted one consumer. “A label that gives a platform for legends. They’ve albums coming from Mobb Deep, De La Soul, Raekwon, DJ Premier and Large L. Ghostface album is legit AF too!!!”
“That is like outdated head heaven proper right here,” tweeted one other. “I can not wait.”
In different Nas-related information, the Queens legend can also be getting ready to carry out his basic debut Illmatic with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. In line with WBFF, NAS: Illmatic Reside with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra is about for July.
