Shabazz Palaces

Shabazz Palaces — alternative artist from US.

Shabazz Palaces' Black Up has been lauded as one of the best albums of the decade by critics, showcasing murky instrumentals and introspective rhymes that…

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alternativeescape roomhip-hop & raphip-hop/rapseattle hip hopalternative hip hoppsychedelic hip hopexperimental hip hopraphip hopafricanafrofuturism

Influential: 55.75% Fanbase: 35.17% Trending: 66.04%

As of: 2025-09-06

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Score: DMDB 55.75% | Fanbase 35.17% | Trending 66.04% | CAREER STAGE: MID_LEVEL

Biography

Shabazz Palaces' Black Up has been lauded as one of the best albums of the decade by critics, showcasing murky instrumentals and introspective rhymes that blend jazz influences with a minimalist approach. The group's evolving sound has captivated fans through four albums and two EPs, with each release unveiling more about the artist behind the music. Their latest album, The Don of Diamond Dreams, continues this trend by embracing modern hip-hop and rap elements, featuring standout tracks like "Fast Learner," "Chocolate Souffle," and "Thanking The Girls." The album also boasts collaborations with notable artists such as Purple Tape Nate, Stas THEE Boss, and Darrius Willrich.

Produced at Protect and Exalt: A Black Space in Seattle, mixed and engineered at Studio 4 Labs in Venice, California, and mastered at Bernie Grundman Mastering in Los Angeles, The Don of Diamond Dreams showcases Shabazz Palaces' innovative approach to music production and their commitment to pushing creative boundaries in the hip-hop genre.