Mick Jenkins - Wave - LP

Mick Jenkins – Wave

Label:    Cinematic Music Group – none
Format:    Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Colorwave[s] Edition
Country:    US
Released:    2024
Genre:    Hip Hop

A leading light in the thriving Chicago hip-hop scene, Mick Jenkins has solidified his reputation over the past decade, blending atmospheric vibes, thematic depth, and captivating lyricism. The talented emcee’s remarkable career has included four celebrated studio albums, widespread critical acclaim, and collaborations with artists like Chance The Rapper, Robert Glasper, Freddie Gibbs, JID, Ghostface Killah, Disclosure, Joey Bada$$, Noname, Benny The Butcher, Vic Mensa, and more. Origi- nally released in 2015, the classic project Wave[s] was among the releases that propelled Jenkins’ ascent in the early stages of this journey. With textured instrumentation and chaotic percussion underpinning Mick’s elaborate flows, the collection was championed by outlets like Pitchfork, XXL, Complex, NPR, Spin, and more. Now, years after the initial pressing sold out, Wave[s] is back on limited-edition vinyl. Featuring contributions from Kaytranada, Saba, Lee Bannon, and more, this essential chapter in the Mick Jenkins story remains as vital as ever.