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Shabazz Palaces

Musical Group

Shabazz Palaces is an American experimental hip hop duo from Seattle, formed by Ishmael Butler (Palaceer Lazaro) and percussionist Tendai Maraire. They are known for blending hip hop, soul and electronic/psychedelic sounds across albums such as Black Up and Lese Majesty.

Formed in 2009; signed to Sub Pop; Ishmael Butler was previously a member of Digable Planets. Debut full-length Black Up released in 2011. Guest contributors on Black Up include Flying Lotus and Tokimonsta.

Shabazz Palaces is an American experimental hip hop duo led by Ishmael Butler (Palaceer Lazaro) and Tendai Maraire. Reviews praise the group's blend of hip hop, soul and synthetic/psychedelic textures, singling out Black Up for its dreamlike atmosphere. Guest producers such as Flying Lotus and Tokimonsta are noted for adding variety.

For:Listeners of experimental/alternative hip hop, fans of psychedelic and avant-garde hip hop, followers of Ishmael Butler and Sub Pop releases.

 Describing the album as a simple hip hop work would not even remotely convey what it truly is; theirs is, in fact, a mix of hip hop, soul, and synthetic effects, all creating a psychedelic and dreamlike atmosphere.

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