The 2008 album 'Waikyoku' finds Shing02 collaborating with the jazz trio World Experience, blending live instrumentation with his signature lyrical flow. It's a deep dive into a more organic, improvisational side of hip-hop.
- The album was recorded over three days in a single live take, with minimal overdubs.
- The release features guest appearances from jazz trumpeter Yasuaki Shimizu and pianist Yosuke Yamamori.
- 'Waikyoku' reached the top 30 on Japan's Independent Music charts.
Shing02 is a Japanese-American rapper and producer known for his jazz-infused, intricate hip-hop. He emerged in the late 1990s, becoming a significant voice in Japan's underground hip-hop scene.
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