"Quazarz: Born on a Gangster Star" is a concept album from 2017 that explores themes of extraterrestrial life and societal critique through Shabazz Palaces' unique blend of abstract hip-hop and electronic soundscapes.
- The album was released on July 14, 2017, by Sub Pop Records.
- "Quazarz: Born on a Gangster Star" was followed later the same year by "Quazarz vs. The Jealous Machines," both part of a larger narrative arc.
- The album received critical acclaim for its inventive production and thought-provoking themes.
Shabazz Palaces is the experimental hip-hop project of Ishmael Butler, formerly of Digable Planets. The project is known for its intricate production and abstract lyrical content.
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