The 'Nation Time' Sound
We sit down with rapper/producers Slank and Sunny Ture to discuss their new album "Nation Time." We get into the creative process behind this politically charged project, their inspirations, and the powerful messages they hope to convey through their music.
Groundings · Salifu Mack, Slank, Sunny Ture, Musa Springer
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Show Notes
We sit down with Slank and Sunny Ture to discuss their new album, "Nation Time."
Throughout the episode, we delve into the creative process behind "Nation Time," discussing the themes, concepts, and inspirations that shaped the album. We examine the samples used throughout the project, including speeches from influential figures like Amiri Baraka, Malcolm X, Tupac Shakur, and Edward Onaci. Additionally, we take a closer look at the album's bibliography and its connection to the politically conscious roots of hip-hop, with standout tracks like "Black Belt Thesis" and "Devil in the Details."
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