Luck Of Lucien by A Tribe Called Quest
Release Date : 1990
Album : People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
A Tribe Called Quest is often called one of the most groundbreaking acts in Hip Hop and for good reason. Not only have they attained great commercial success, they have also garnered much attention critically. From the release of their first album they have been at the forefront of a jazzy hip hop movement which also features the work of artists such as De La Soul. Their work is well documented in the industry and stands as a prime example of a more smooth, intelligent sound than some of their contemporaries.
Formed in 1988, A Tribe Called Quest is the brainchild of Q-Tip, Phife Dawg and DJ Ali Shaheed Muhammad. Originally part of the Native Tongues Posse, which also featured De La Soul, Leaders of the New School and the Jungle Brothers, Tribe signed a demo deal with Geffen Records in 1989 and the rest is history. Throughout the 1990's, their output, particularly 1991's "The Low End Theory" and 1993's "Midnight Marauders" cemented their place in the history of Hip Hop.
Following the release of 1999's "The Love Movement", the group disbanded and ventured off into solo efforts. Among these were Q-Tip's album "Amplified" and Ali Shaheed Muhammad's group project, Lucy Pearl. While quite successful on their own, Tribe seemed destined to reunite, and indeed did at Rock The Bells 2004. They have also played several shows since 2006 as well as the Bumbershoot Festival. Q-Tip released another solo album, "The Rennaisance", in 2008.
Their stripped down, jazzy approach is well evidenced on this particular track from their first album. "Luck of Lucien" also allows us a great insight into the vocal delivery of Q-Tip, one of the best mic men in the business. This song also features the vocal stylings of one Lucien Revolucien, a highly influential French MC who the song was most likely named after. This is a definitive example of early Tribe at their best and a welcome addition to this ongoing list.
Kevin Fever
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