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The album relies heavily on a "bench" of recurring collaborators rather than big-name stars, which helps maintain its dense, cinematic atmosphere.

: The project is bookended and centered by tracks from legendary figures, including Nina Simone ("Theme from Middle of the Night") and Mary Lou Williams ("The Devil").

Released on May 19, 2014, is the eleventh studio album by the legendary hip-hop band The Roots . This short, 33-minute concept album serves as a satirical exploration of violence in hip-hop and American society. Unlike their previous concept album, Undun , which followed a single character, this project features multiple characters—ne'er-do-wells and outlaws from the permanent underclass—whose lives eventually collide in a tragic act of violence. Featured Artists and Characters The Roots And Then You Shoot Your Cousin zip

: Includes a segment by French electro-acoustic composer Michel Chion ("Dies Irae") and string arrangements by D.D. Jackson performed by the Metropolis Ensemble .

: Black Thought is the lead MC, supported frequently by Dice Raw and Greg Porn . The album relies heavily on a "bench" of

The album consists of 11 tracks that fluidly transition through a narrative of despair, trauma, and eventual redemption. Featured Artist(s) Theme from Middle of the Night Nina Simone Patty Crash When the People Cheer Greg Porn & Modesty Lycan Mary Lou Williams Black Rock Dice Raw Understand Dice Raw & Greg Porn Michel Chion The Coming Mercedes Martinez The Dark (Trinity) Dice Raw & Greg Porn The Unraveling Raheem DeVaughn Raheem DeVaughn

: Features soulful and experimental contributions from Patty Crash , Mercedes Martinez , Modesty Lycan , and Raheem DeVaughn . This short, 33-minute concept album serves as a

Explore the dark, satirical world of the album through these official videos and detailed reviews: