The rapper’s latest album taps legendary names for a gigantic hip-hop bonanza
Ghostface Killah (real name Dennis David Coles) is back! This time, there’s a distinct change in how the rapper carries himself. Armed with a dangerous pen game, he’s bolstered by an equally terrifying clique.
Classic Starks continues rampaging through the hip-hop scene with piranha-like intensity. The kettle is set to boil, but that switch isn’t turning off just yet — that’s exactly the attitude D-Love brings to Supreme Clientele 2.
What Supreme Clientele 2 Sounds Like
He’s certainly having fun, that’s for sure, and you will too. There’s a smorgasbord of influence on this fresh joint, with some samples taken from his back catalogue.
The features list reads like a who’s who of the hip-hop hall of fame — some names will make you rejoice.
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MOP returns to the limelight following years of working the underground scene; on Sample 420, they add a boisterous node to the flag of Supreme Clientele 2, as do others, including Conway the Machine and Styles P.
“Opps slid in the ox with like four in the box
You see blood on the floor, just continue to mop
Or get lumped on with bars of Irish Spring in a sock
Boil your blades in alcohol, it burn when it chop” – Ghostface Killah on “Windows”
Just when you thought the clock was up, Wu-Tang enters the building: Raekwon and Method Man accent the project with their distinguished vernacular delivery.
The line up is part of the genius on this album, and there’s no shortage of narratives.
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Dissonant styles highlight contributions made by each spitter helping accentuate a clack of efforts. Killah’s own contributions emphasise a unique delivery, upheld by a multisyllabic language only he knows how to dispatch.
The Verdict
At times, it feels a little sluggish, though for the most part, the fat portion of names on this album override its shortcomings.
Each play to their strengths like a second coat to the other. Ghostface knows how to roll the dice — and play the game well he does.
This album is a big deal — every featured name tears it up. But it’s Coles who showcases why he is still one to watch. Ramping up each track, he rolls back the years. Scrap that, he’s never rolled back the years — he remains as talented as ever.
The only limitation this long play meets, are that some beats sound dated. Though for the most part, Starks does well to make it work. As I said, it’s a diverting listen.
Top Tracks
- Sample 420 featuring MOP
- George Porgy
- Love Me Anymore featuring Nas
Buy Vinyl and Stream the Album
Supreme Clientele 2 can be purchased on vinyl, CD, and cassette directly from the Mass Appeal store. The label has also made gift packs and bundles available, including special edition merchandise and t-shirts.
Alternatively, you can stream it on all platforms here.
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