
Nas and Damian “JR Gong” Marley are already good friends. They collaborated on the mesmerizing cut "Road to Zion ," off Marley's Welcome to Jamrock. The twosome's debut joint, titled Distant Relatives, is a kingdom of a different color. The album conflates Marley's lonstanding dub-rock aesthetic and Nas' flow. Nas told MTV News that the Distant Relative project stems from his recent efforts in Africa: “We tryin' to build some schools in Africa… and trying to build empowerment.” Marley and his brother, Stephen, produced amuch of the album. The duo recorded the disc with a live band in in L.A. and Miami, with Marley doing most of the production. Proceeds from the album will go to building a school in the Congo and tracks like "Count Your Blessings" reflect on the continent's ongoing unrest.
nas is the greatest who ever did it
nick mcnealey
amen
amen
the truth
the haitian
Nas & Damian WE want to hear it. maximum respect. the dan
the skool fan
Something better,never!!!
Joel
does anybody know where to get this album?
Johnny
i listen to ''road to zion'' like every single day. now an album is coming out? lol get outta town.
tarzblack
Mans been waiting, this is gonna be hot when it drops, but been waiting.
Was due for release last summer. Just seen its put back again. I aint ever waited eight months for anything. April 20th. Hurry up already...
JonB
DAMN cant fking wait anymore
Ss#
nas is da best ,i have been searchin in da net for this album to download >>>> any one can help ? really really need to download this great album ......
4 ever hiphop
Now dat K'naan is on the album i gotta admit its goin to be da shyt!!!!
vinnyD
Anybody else find it funny how its being released on 4/20? -_-
Colby
This album is gonna be probably the best ever since Aquemini by outkast. cant wait!!!
@ vinnyD, why is it funny? i dun get it. explain plz lol
Hip Hop and I will Die together
ahh! after all the pushbacks (of course we can expect this with Nas) but now the date has significant meaning~ 4.2o!!! <3
i really wish n sure hope they keep this beloved date!
so we all can enjoy in the glory that we've been waiting for!!!
jah bless all for iver =]
SANDY nVo
They played at Reggae Sumfest in Jamaica... they're amazing!! Can't wait for this one!! Incredible talents combine!
In Love Jamaica
I ve Respect for this team up and the new album coming out. I am really keen to see what is going on in few weeks. I think if you love music, you love hip hop dont forget to pick up nas's because his songs are excellent. Especially hearing the wonderful voice of jr. gong man this album is a Must Get. Hip hop. jah bless all fans
ayowqb
i say dis album is ganna be a good one cant wait till it comes out
zenorisma
cant wait to hear jahs blessings
kush spirit
Updated the track list.
lil wayne!!!? and on 'my generation' the song i was most looking forward to hearing!! i was so hyped up for this album all year, that has ruined the good mood i was in!
joe
Dope!! This is gonna be so sick!! Drops on 420 to smoke some tree's and vibe!
Tone
It's like when Busta released Big Bang!!! Man I went to local record shop every month for like a year and half, asking se question, when????? Only to be told " it's been put back". It's been 8 months for this one, need this in my life!!!!
Shaun murdock
BigUP tuh the youth Damian Marley and Bigman Nas, nuff respect, i cant with tuh hear these trakes.
kevin
This duo defines INSPIRATION....once again i can listen to music
Asu Tony
JUS GOT DA NU ALBUM HAHA!
Ai
Added the latest album cover art.
To those who wish to actually contribute to the cause that the album represents, the album is scheduled to release commercially on 05/18/10
dwhite
album of the year hands down!!!! bus up dem barriers!!!
bace
this would be my first purchase in years, after completely giving up on hiphop.
Mike
This album will make history. BigUp to the Nas and Damian
Gwana Pekin
Nice i'am ancious to hear all the new lyrics that
'Jr.Gong' can writte and also iam going to impatient to buy this new release...blessigs....JAH RASTARY...BLZ C.A
Dave
Keep going my man Nas.
biglefh
this is what we need again real.. this album proves just that, its amazing go out and support.. this is nostealgic buy it for the memory atleast of real music at its finest
THIS ALBUMS REAL BEAUTIFUL AMAZING MUSIC
yeah man keep the fire burning my mens NaS and damain peace!
owen
is nas tryna say that the quran is not the word of God?
yusuf
come to san antonio tx.
joe trevino