'J. Rawls made magic with Mos Def (Yasiin Bey) & Talib Kweli (collectively known as Black Star) back in 1998 on the timeless anthem 'Mos Def & Talib Kweli Are Black Star' with the unforgettable song... more

Rawls helped launch the independent Hip-Hop explosion of the late 90s by producing "Brown Skin Lady" and "Yo Yeah" from Mos Def and Talib Kweli's seminal debut album as Black Star. He went on to... more

Japanese pressing of 2005 album with bonus Interview from Radio 95 Auckland, New Zealand track. P-Vine.

The Confidence of Knowing by Talib Kweli and J Rawls offers a quintessential hip-hop experience that honors the genre's classic roots. This album marks the duo's first collaboration since Rawls... more

The Native Tongues family unites for Native Sons Part 2 by Talib Kweli & J Rawls, featuring de la Soul, Black Thought, Busta Rhymes, and Jungle Brothers' Mike G and Afrika. Produced by J Rawls,... more

Standing 6'5, he's a personable man, lavish when interested, but more intrigued with everyday detail than paparazzi fodder. A resume of considerable note with a residency that stretches more than 10... more

SoCal native Aloe Blacc, one half of mainstay indie rap duo Emanon, has evolved into a true Renaissance man with his solo debut, Shine Through. Dubbed the indie R. Kelly by online retailer Turntable... more