album · April 23, 1991
And Now the Legacy Begins
UMC (Universal Music Catalogue)See this day
hip-hopboom bap
"And Now the Legacy Begins" marked the debut of Dream Warriors, a group that would become synonymous with the Canadian jazz-rap scene. The album stands as a landmark release, offering a unique blend of intricate lyricism and innovative production that set them apart in the early '90s hip-hop landscape.
- The album was released on April 23, 1991, by UMC (Universal Music Catalogue). It was produced by The Incisors and Dream Warriors. It features guest appearances from Grand Daddy I.U. and Freddie Foxxx.
- The album is notable for its complex lyrical themes and its innovative use of jazz samples, which helped define the boom bap sound of the era. It reached number 55 on the Canadian RPM Top Albums chart.
- "And Now the Legacy Begins" is often cited as a foundational album for conscious hip-hop and a key release in the diversification of the genre in the early 1990s.
Dream Warriors are a Canadian hip-hop group from Toronto, formed in 1988. They are known for their conscious lyrics and jazz-influenced boom bap sound.
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