CheckTheRhime regulars should know how we feel about these guys by now. This release is a little different than what we’re used to from BSBD. They’ve changed up their formula this time around, collaborating with vocalist Yes Alexander to come up with a real relaxed 10 track LP.

If nothing else, Slow Burning Lights will officially put Blue Sky Black Death above their contemporaries. Kingston and Young God, the duo that makes up BSBD, have been steadily earning respect throughout the hip-hop community for their phenomenal albums featuring a slew of underground emcees and vocalists. But for their latest, BSBD put the rappers to the side and set their sights on crafting something that can only be described as otherworldly.

Slow Burning Lights is like one part Telefon Tel Aviv, one part Cocteau Twins, and one part—and this is a big one—Blue Sky Black Death. In other words, the 10 tracks on here have a combination of dreamy textures over sometimes erratic, glitchy drums with that traditional BSBD quality that is almost impossible to categorize. The gorgeous instrumentals are paired with newcomer Yes Alexander, whose ethereal vocals match BSBD’s ghostly production perfectly. Cinematic might be a term that has been beaten to death, but it absolutely applies here. The soundscapes are thrilling as they build and create a dreamy aura around Alexander’s voice, which is akin to that of Shara Worden and Hope Sandoval. In short, Slow Burning Lights is simply a must listen for everyone: from hip-hop heads interested in the latest effort from their favorite producers to dream-pop fans looking for something fresh. (Via PopMatters)

Tracklist after the jump, support BSBD and buy this here.

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Yes! One of my all-time favourites are back at it again. Kingston and Young Godbetter, better known as Blue Sky Black Death, are getting ready to drop their new album Slow Burning Lights. If it’s anything like their last solo release Late Night Cinema, we’re in for a real treat. Click the cover to put your pre-order in, I sure have. A bit of info from their wiki:

Slow Burning Lights is an upcoming album by production duo Blue Sky Black Death, set to be released November 11, 2008 on Babygrande Records^[1]. The album is a collaboration with singer Yes Alexander, who provides the albums vocals. The album was recorded and completed by 2007 and is just now seeing release. Blue Sky Black Death’s other side project, Deadpan Darling, has also completed an album which has not yet been released^[2].

The full release is 10 tracks, the advance is only the first 5 I guess. Tracklist after the jump.

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Been holdin out on this drop for a minute, but I just can’t wait anymore…It’s scary how good BSBD is. If you haven’t heard of these two cats outta San Fran, you’re in for a special treat. Any beat they lace is straight fire, and the below links are just a small sample of what’s to come. Be on the lookout for future projects from one of the brightest producers in the game.

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Info after the jump. If you like these albums don’t forget to support the artists!
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I posted the first single from this album a few days ago so here’s the leak of the album. Jean Grae is one of the best (if not the single best) female emcees in the entire game (mainstream and underground alike) as well as one of the best period so support her by copping this one if you’re feeling it. UGHH has a special price on the album so if you like it cop it here.

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