That Realness Is Now Closed!!!

Recorded during his recovery from life threatening brain surgery, Elemental Zazen's new album The Glass Should Be Full narrates the fear, hope and anger of a disillusioned revolutionary struggling against both political injustice and personal tribulations.

Since 2005, Elemental Zazen has shared the live stage with the likes of Immortal Technique, Kool Keith, Mr. Lif, Ill Bill, Boot Camp Clik, Murs, Cage, Cunninlynguists, Wise Intelligent, Roc Raida (X-Ecutioners), Masta Ace, Akrobatik, Yak Ballz, Q-Unique, Bigg Jus (Company Flow), Louis Logic, Tonedeff, Ed OG, Termanology and many, many more.

Featuring explosive beats from Kno (Cunninlynguists), Joe Beats (Non-Prophets), Maker (Glue) and Gnotes, The Glass Should Be Full ranges from riotous fist-pumping anthems to subtle, reflective rhythms layered with live instrumentation.

Raised in Al Taif (Saudi Arabia) and Beijing (China), now based in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Elemental Zazen rhymes about global conflicts and personal demons with honest grit, athletic agility and an urgent passion for change.

01. Silence Of The Now (Produced By: Confidence; J. Ferra)
02. Disappear (Produced By: Maker)
03. Handcuffs (Produced By: Confidence; J. Ferra)
04. No Survivors (Produced By: Kno)
05. Machine (Produced By: Elemental Zazen)
06. Break (Produced By: Scroll)
07. Dying Planet (Produced By: Gnotes)
08. Don't Front (Produced By: Joe Beats)
09. Hanging By A Thread (Produced By: Kno)
10. Your Love Is Fate (Produced By: Joe Beats)
11. Life Is Priceless (Produced By: J. Ferra)

1. Rise and Shine [produced by Cook Classics]
2. So True feat. Deacon (of CunninLynguists) [produced by Decapbeats]
3. SunnyCalifornia Part 2 [produced by Adam Berg & Cook Classics]
4. Spark My Soul feat. Substantial [produced by Kno]
5. Beautiful City [produced by Cook Classics]
6. Goodnight Goodnight [produced by Kno]

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"Sacrifice" is the second full-length studio album by Maryland Hip Hop luminary and longtime QN5-affiliate/Extended Famm member, Substantial. The official follow up to the Nujabes-produced "...To This Union A Sun Was Born," Sacrifice showcases the remarkable growth and musical maturity that this soulful barritone has undergone. From braggadocio to introspection to classic party starters, it's all here. Tackling a wide range of topics from the inside out, Sacrifice features production by Kno (CunninLynguists), Tonedeff, Algorhythm & Burns, as well as guest vocals by fellow QN5 labelmates Extended Famm.

1. Sacrifice (Intro)

2. Let It Go [Produced By Burns]

3. That Damn Good [Produced By Algorhythm]

4. Chain Reaction [Produced By Donnan Links]

5. Resurrection of the House Party [Produced By Fero Navi] (Buy Single)

6. U Can Get It [Produced By Algorhythm]

7. My Favorite Things (f/ Steph) [Produced By Definition]

8. 4DozDatDonKno [Produced By Von Johnson]

9. It's You (I Think) [Produced By Kno]

10. Spaticus [Produced By Tonedeff]

11. A P.G. Boy [Produced By Deacon The Villain]

12. Q.T. (Quality Time) [Produced By Final]

13. Wake Up Call [Produced By Algorhythm]

14. Labor Pains [Produced By Tonedeff]

15. Sign Language (f/ Extended Famm) [Produced By Algorhythm]

16. Hood Hope (f/ Steph & RnB) [Produced By Studio Steve Wallace] We’ve received word that Substantial has officially made it past the first round of voting for 2009’s Grammy nominations. He’s currently in the running for a nomination in 3 separate categories: 1. Best Rap/Sung Collaboration: Substantial – “My Favorite Things (f/ Steph)” 2. Best Rap Song: Substantial – “It’s You (I Think)” 3. Best Rap Duo or Group: Substantial ft. Extended Famm – “Sign Language”