News J5 No More
posted by on March 21 at 15:12 PM
According to a post yesterday on CMJ.com, sentimental backpacker faves Jurassic 5 have officially called it quits.
Says J5 MC Soup: “When it comes down to it, some people here want their own shine, their own thing. If that’s what you want, I say ‘More power to you.’” Basso profundo/most easily recognized member Chali 2na is apparently shopping his solo joint around as we speak.
Honestly, I haven’t paid attention in a few years, as the band never topped their debut LP from back in 2000. Still, they were always one of the most thrilling live hiphop acts around. As the definition of “underground” shifts, it’s not surprising that a multi-member collective like J5 couldn’t maintain a common vision. It’ll be interesting to see where/when the individual members land.
collaborate with dave matthews, i'd wanna leave the group too.
I hope Chali 2na improves his lyrics skills. His most recent/first (can't remember if it's both) solo act wasn't that good, but he has one of the best voices in hip-hop, in my opinion.
... ho-hum ... two very lucrative words: reunion tour ... wasn't happy with the recent efforts, but they kicked my ass w/ that e.p. ... had to put it on as I type ...
i forget, do we care about them?
[Jaded Robot]
Whatever, I saw this the frist time when it was called A Tribe Called Quest, whatever.
[/Jaded Robot]
Come on, rhymes, like 'Your claim to fame ain't your brain'? Brilliant. I am sad to hear of this.
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