brand nubian

While there was perpetually some problem with Brand Nubian – not so much their politics, but the effect that it had on the group’s potential fan base – no one would ever say that they were soft. That criticism might not be levied upon the group’s breakout star, Grand Puba, but something is goin’ on amidst the recently released RetroActive and its pervasive soul hooks. Admittedly, a great deal has gone on in the music industry since Puba’s last foray into full length albums, but that might be why parts of this new disc are a bit difficult. Read more