Jazzmatazz Volume II : The New Reality - Guru - Audio CD - Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

With Jazzmatazz Volume II: The New Reality, Guru advances his bold experiment of fusing jazz's improvisational spirit with the narrative force of hip-hop. Building on the pioneering foundation of the first Jazzmatazz, this sequel sees Guru not only inviting jazz legends like Donald Byrd and Branford Marsalis but also collaborating with soulful vocalists and international musicians, weaving a rich sonic tapestry. The album’s production, handled with finesse, balances live instrumentation and evocative beats, creating a listening experience that's as intellectually stimulating as it is musically rewarding. Lyrically, Guru navigates themes of social change, resilience, and personal growth, but with a deeper sense of nuance and maturity. Jazzmatazz Volume II isn’t just an album—it’s a manifesto for artistic curiosity, bridging generations and genres with effortless cool. For collectors and listeners who crave records that capture the restless evolution of Black music, this is a cornerstone piece. It’s a work that rewards repeated listening, revealing new layers of groove and meaning each time the needle drops. Owning this album is like holding a blueprint of late-90s musical innovation in your hands. Track List: 1 - Intro (Light It Up) / Jazzalude I / New Reality Style - 1:44 2 - Lifesaver - 4:13 3 - Living In This World - 4:29 4 - Looking Through Darkness - 4:48 5 - Skit A (Interview) / Watch What You Say - 5:00 6 - Jazzalude II / Defining Purpose - 1:02 7 - For You - 4:10 8 - Insert A (Menthal Relaxation) Medicine - 4:19 9 - Lost Souls - 4:12 10 - Insert B (The Real Deal) / Nobody Knows - 3:58 11 - Jazzalude III / Hip Hop As A Way Of Life - 1:17 12 - Respect The Architect - 4:51 13 - Feel The Music - 3:57 14 - Young Ladies - 4:12 15 - The Traveler - 4:01 16 - Jazzalude IV / Maintaining Focus - 1:18 17 - Count Your Blessings - 4:03 18 - Choice Of Weapons - 4:24 19 - Something In The Past - 3:19 20 - Skit B (Alot On My Mind) / Revelation - 4:35