Nas and DJ Premier are set to release their highly anticipated album, Light-Years, on December 12 via Mass Appeal Records. The duo confirmed the tracklist, which features 15 songs and includes sequels to their iconic collaborations.
Tracklist Highlights
The tracklist includes:
- N.Y. State of Mind Pt. 3: A continuation of their classic series started on Illmatic.
- 3rd Childhood: A follow-up to “2nd Childhood” from Stillmatic.
- Guest feature from AZ on “My Story Your Story”.
AZ is known for his notable verse on “Life’s a Bitch” and his collaborations with Nas in The Firm.
Notable Insights from Nas
In a recent interview, Nas revealed that some tracks included in Light-Years are based on ideas he and DJ Premier developed nearly two decades ago. He stated, “I’m going to say at least two of those ideas happened on this album.”
Mass Appeal Records and Legacy
Light-Years will conclude the Legend Has It… series, which has celebrated prominent figures in New York hip-hop throughout the year. The series began with Slick Rick’s Victory and has included releases from renowned artists like Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, Mobb Deep, Big L, and De La Soul.
Future of Hip-Hop
Nas expressed enthusiasm about the impact of this project, stating, “It’s a celebration of a great impact, a standard that they set that we could never forget.” He looks forward to sharing the album with fans, emphasizing the enduring legacy of hip-hop.
The release of Light-Years not only marks a significant moment for both Nas and DJ Premier but also revitalizes the spirits of hip-hop aficionados by reconnecting them with the genre’s rich history.
