That sprawling, jazz & soul infused masterpiece from 1992 that remains one of the most beloved and influential albums in hip-hop history. Mecca and the Soul Brother blends Pete Rock’s revolutionary production with CL Smooth’s philosophical, velvet-toned lyricism, creating a sonic landscape that is as grand as it is intimate. From the timeless, heart-wrenching soul of "They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)" to its deep, crate-digging grooves, it’s an album fans return to again and again for its spiritual depth and unparalleled musicality—pure artistry and Golden Era brilliance.
Ensure your record crates are complete with a brand-new, reissue of this towering achievement on 180gr double vinyl including two remix bonus tracks — an absolute crown jewel for any serious listener who treasures the perfect marriage of jazz, soul, and boom-bap.
Track list:
- 1 -
1. Return of the Mecca
2. For Pete's Sake
3. Ghettos of the Mind
4. Lots of Lovin
5. Act Like You Know
6. Straighten It Out
7. Soul Brother #1
8. Wig Out
9. Anger In the Nation
10. They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)
- 2 -
1. On and On
2. It's Like That
3. Can't Front On Me
4. The Creator (Remix) Bonus Track
5. Mecca and the Soul Brother (Remix) Bonus Track
6. The Basement (Featuring Heavy D., Rob-O, Grap & Dida)
7. If It Ain't Rough, It Ain't Right
8. Skinz (Featuring Grand Puba)
That sprawling, jazz & soul infused masterpiece from 1992 that remains one of the most beloved and influential albums in hip-hop history. Mecca and the Soul Brother blends Pete Rock’s revolutionary production with CL Smooth’s philosophical, velvet-toned lyricism, creating a sonic landscape that is as grand as it is intimate. From the timeless, heart-wrenching soul of "They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)" to its deep, crate-digging grooves, it’s an album fans return to again and again for its spiritual depth and unparalleled musicality—pure artistry and Golden Era brilliance.
Ensure your record crates are complete with a brand-new, reissue of this towering achievement on 180gr double vinyl including two remix bonus tracks — an absolute crown jewel for any serious listener who treasures the perfect marriage of jazz, soul, and boom-bap.
Track list:
- 1 -
1. Return of the Mecca
2. For Pete's Sake
3. Ghettos of the Mind
4. Lots of Lovin
5. Act Like You Know
6. Straighten It Out
7. Soul Brother #1
8. Wig Out
9. Anger In the Nation
10. They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)
- 2 -
1. On and On
2. It's Like That
3. Can't Front On Me
4. The Creator (Remix) Bonus Track
5. Mecca and the Soul Brother (Remix) Bonus Track
6. The Basement (Featuring Heavy D., Rob-O, Grap & Dida)
7. If It Ain't Rough, It Ain't Right
8. Skinz (Featuring Grand Puba)
