Bayani
"Bayani" marks a creative and emotional leap forward for Blue Scholars. The four years since recording their first album has been marked by four years of war and uncertainty. People everywhere are looking for answers, growing tired of the banality and repetitiveness of the music and culture that currently dominates the airwaves. Similar to the wave of protest music that emerged during the Vietnam war, "Bayani" is a statement record stamped with the anger, depression and the slowly emerging hope of these uncertain times. Less sloganeering and more storytelling, Bayani showcases a more focused Geologic and a polished Sabzi coming into their own as a premier DJ-emcee duo. "The Distance" tells the story of a working-class immigrant, accompanied by a dark melodic soundscape that recalls a Philippine dance song. Geo also flexes his narrating skills on "Joe Metro," an ode to Seattle's lone form of public transportation and "50 Thousand Deep," recalling the 1999 "Battle in Seattle" at the historic WTO protests. more
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Recent Reviews
- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Jul-25-2008
- do yourself a favor, buy this
Albums like this are the reasons why I'll never give up on real hip-hop. Today's over-crowded market of clone Rappers and their reliance on image and gimmicks its so refreshing to hear a Group that goes beyond that and stands on its own...
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Feb-27-2008
- Such a Great Album
This album is absolutely amazing. I love their style and message and their beats are great. If you haven't heard the blue scholars then frankly, you are missing out. Once you listen to their soulful beats and insightful rhymes, you will...
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Feb-19-2008
- Blue Scholars : Bayani
Such a good album. This stuff is real hip hop, with real flow, real beats, and a real meaning. Blue scholars own the hip hop scene in Seattle and are taking it in the right direction.
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Jan-13-2008
- TALK ABOUT REFRESHING
During this time of watered down hip hop and ring tone albums, Blue Scholars "Bayani" is definitely a breath of fresh air. People, this is what hip hop is supposed to sound like. Tight production, strong lyrics, and great beats make...
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Selected Reviews
- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Jul-25-2008
- do yourself a favor, buy this
Albums like this are the reasons why I'll never give up on real hip-hop. Today's over-crowded market of clone Rappers and their reliance on image and gimmicks its so refreshing to hear a Group that goes beyond that and stands on its own...
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