Black Elvis/Lost in Space
Kool Keith · 1999
68 min · 17 tracks · hip-hop · alternative hip-hop · gangsta rap
A surreal fusion of abstract beats and eccentric narratives that transport listeners through space and time.
Black Elvis/Lost in Space is an album by Kool Keith, released in 1999. A surreal fusion of abstract beats and eccentric narratives that transport listeners through space and time. The album is notable for its unique blend of psychedelic and abstract elements within hip-hop, influencing subsequent artists looking to experiment beyond traditional genre boundaries. It garnered positive reviews, particularly for its imaginative storytelling and production style, contributing to Kool Keith's legacy as a pioneer of alternative hip-hop. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Black Elvis/Lost in Space sound like?
A surreal fusion of abstract beats and eccentric narratives that transport listeners through space and time. Rooted in hip-hop and alternative hip-hop.
What makes Black Elvis/Lost in Space by Kool Keith notable?
The album is notable for its unique blend of psychedelic and abstract elements within hip-hop, influencing subsequent artists looking to experiment beyond traditional genre boundaries. It garnered positive reviews, particularly for its imaginative storytelling and production style, contributing to Kool Keith's legacy as a pioneer of alternative hip-hop. By the time Kool Keith released 'Black Elvis/Lost in Space' in 1999, he was already an established figure in hip-hop, known for his innovative lyricism and alter egos. This album followed his previous works, including 'Dr. Octagonecologyst', and showcased a continued evolution in his sound and thematic preoccupations, merging sci-fi imagery with streetwise commentary.
How many songs are on Black Elvis/Lost in Space?
Black Elvis/Lost in Space has 17 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 3:09
- 2 Lost in Space Standout 3:52
- 3 Rockets on the Battlefield 4:24
- 4 Livin’ Astro 4:28
- 5 Supergalactic Lover 3:40
- 6 Master of the Game 4:43
- 7 I’m Seein’ Robots 4:22
- 8 Static 4:31
- 9 Intro 2 0:25
- 10 Black Elvis Standout 3:45
- 11 Maxi Curls 4:36
- 12 Keith Turbo 4:17
- 13 Fine Girls 3:59
- 14 The Girls Don’t Like the Job 4:16
- 15 Clifton 4:49
- 16 All the Time 3:43
- 17 I Don’t Play 5:05
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
68 min 12 sec
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