Raekwon readies long-awaited sequel
Even with an extensive winter tour set to begin at the end of the month, the members of Wu-Tang seem to have no problems finding some extra time to embark on personal endeavors, especially in the category of sequels. Following in the footsteps of Method Man’s intentions to “get high” again, fellow bandmate Raekwon has announced plans for a sequel to his 1995 acclaimed debut album, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx…
Speaking in a recent interview with Hip Hop Official, the New York rapper revealed that Only Built 4 Cuban Linx II, his first solo effort in nearly five years, will likely see release in early March. “I’m taking my time, and I’m doing this for the people, not for me,” Raekwon went on to explain. So what should one expect to hear on the sequel now 13 years in the making? In addition to appearances from members of his main outfit, Raekwon has also reportedly tapped Busta Rhymes and Travis Barker for guest spots, while RZA, Dr. Dre, DJ Scratch, Marley Marl, Scram Jones, Pete Rock and the late J-Dilla are said to have shared their production talents. Only Built 4 Cuban Linx II will be released through the rapper’s personal label, Icewater Records.
No word if Raekwon’s recent cover of “Give It To Me Baby” will be included, but one can always dream…
Wu-Tang Clan 2008/2009 Tour Dates:
11/29 - Portland, OR @ Roseland Ballroom
11/30 - Boise, ID @ Knitting Factory
12/01 - Seattle, WA @ Showbox SoDo
12/03 - San Francisco, CA @ The Grand Ballroom
12/04 - West Hollywood, CA @ House of Blues
12/05 - San Diego, CA @ House of Blues
12/06 - Las Vegas, NV @ House of Blues
12/07 - Tempe, AZ @ Marquee
12/08 - Tucson, AZ @ Rialto Theatre
12/10 - Denver, CO @ Ogden Theatre
12/14 - Chicago, IL @ House of Blues
12/15 - Minneapolis, MN @ First Ave.
12/17 - Cleveland, OH @ House of Blues
12/18 - Rochester, NY @ Main Street Armory
12/19 - Philadelphia, PA @ Trocadero
12/20 - New Haven, CT @ Toad’s Place
12/21 - Sayreville, NJ @ Starland Ballroom
12/23 - New York, NY @ Hammerstein Ballroom
01/01 - Washington, DC @ 9:30 Club
01/02 - Providence, RI @ Lupo’s
01/04 - Burlington, VT @ Higher Ground
01/07 - Norfolk, VA @ NorVa
01/08 - Richmond, VA @ Toad’s Place
01/09 - Greensboro, NC @ N Club
01/10 - Charleston, SC @ Music Farm
01/11 - Charlotte, NC @ Amos’ Southend
01/12 - Raleigh, NC @ Lincoln Theatre
01/13 - Columbia, SC @ LEVEL
01/14 - Atlanta, GA @ TBA
I will believe it when I am holding it in my hands.
If it weren’t for “Detox” I would label OB4CL2 the “Chinese Democracy” of hip hop. Oh wait…”Chinese Democracy” actually exists.
Rappers…ok?
correction - Links . . .
but with an x. lol
those rappers and their silly spelling…