“Visions” is a semi-autobiographical magical realist story which forms part of a new series. Part true, part fantasy, part visionary historical exploring higher states of consciousness. It retells the evolution of the art of rapping from West Africa’s Griots, through Jazz, Blues and Reggae up to the modern day. Akala is speaking to you in the book through a serious of life changing prophetic visions brought about by experience of conflict and challenge.
nah i haven't, only gotten into akala seriously this year.. i had checked him years ago, and i loved the tunes he's made with lowkey/logic.. but his own stuff doesnt do it for me... mah birthday on the 7th, going to get the book an graphic novel.
this year bought a few of his albums.thieves banquet, and knowledge is power vol 1 and 2.. also checked out lots of his oxford uni seminars.... really got into him again after hearing his freestyle on fire in the booth 4.. where he discusses his graphic novels.. (even spits a story from his book ruins of empire.. i think its like 13 mins in on the fire in the booth video)
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