Talib Kweli To Release Physical Copies Of “Gravitas”
Talib Kweli To Release Physical Copies Of “Gravitas” With Exclusive
Interactive Experience
Hip Hop veteran Talib Kweli’s cut out the “middle
man” for the digital release of his 6th album Gravitas last year by offering
it directly to the people on his site Kweliclub.com. The Brooklyn emcee is now
providing listeners the opportunity to purchase CD and blue vinyl copies of
the LP as well.
“One of my favorite things about today’s Hip Hop is
the honesty,” states Kweli. “Today’s most popular rappers
aren’t always politically correct or deep, but the best are unflinchingly
honest. While my story may be documented, I have never truly told my story through
music. My true fans have heard bits and pieces through the years, but Gravitas
sums up my experience until now.”
Kweli is expanding buying Gravitas into an interactive experience.
People that purchase the album through Kweliclub.com will also be added to the
performer’s personal address book. This will allow his fans to communicate
directly with Kweli by email.
“Social media, YouTube and music streaming sites have made
it where a casual listener can say they are a big fan without ever having to
actually support the artist by purchasing the music,” says Kweli. “Kweliclub.com
is set up for me to be able to stay in touch with my truest fans, the ones who
are happy to support me with their dollars. This is a way for me to give back
to them.”
Gravitas will be available for purchase on www.kweliclub.com
or at online retailers and brick-and-mortar stores though Javotti Media/Fat
Beats on February 18th.
Listen to Talib Kweli’s “Violations” featuring
Raekwon below.