This 1973 LP "At Last" finds the Last Poets continuing their tradition of potent political commentary wrapped in rhythmic spoken word, issued on their own label. It features the group in its classic lineup, delivering urgent messages over sparse, percussive backings.
- The album was released on the group's own label, The Last Poets, after a period of significant output on other labels.
- "At Last" was recorded during a period of intense political and social activism in the United States, reflecting the era's consciousness.
- The album was released in October 1973, a time when the group's influence on emerging hip-hop and spoken word artists was already considerable.
The Last Poets are a foundational American hip-hop group from Harlem, New York, best known for their politically charged, spoken-word performances. At the time of "At Last," they were several years into their recording career, having already released several influential albums that helped define political rap.
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