Unholy Terro [Colored Vinyl 2LP]

Army of the Pharaohs - Unholy Terro [Colored Vinyl 2LP]

Initiated in 1998 by Jedi Mind Tricks frontman Vinnie Paz as an homage to the incredible rap crews of the 80's and early 90's, the Army of the Pharaohs has, from it's outset, been an ever-evolving collective of celebrated emcees from the indie hip-hop scene. In it's nearly two decades, AOTP has released three studio albums alongside countless solo albums and side projects from it's lineup of emcees that have been some of the most critically acclaimed and best-selling indie hip hop records of the past 20 years. "The Unholy Terror captures Army of the Pharaohs in full force. The album is a dark and aggressive underground hip-hop release built around cinematic production, relentless lyricism, and the unmistakable chemistry of one of independent rap's most respected collectives. Led by Vinnie Paz, the group brings together a powerful roster of emcees who deliver sharp, competitive verses with intensity and purpose. The production is heavy, grim, and theatrical. Hard drums, sinister samples, and dramatic arrangements create a sound that matches the album's violent and apocalyptic imagery. This is not a polished mainstream rap record. It is built for listeners who want dense bars, dark atmosphere, and the raw physical impact of classic underground East Coast hip-hop. For record stores(more...)