Let’s be frank for a moment. Clef is brilliant. He is easily one of the most talented MC’s, producers, players in the hip-hop stage over the last two decades. Everything he touches simply turns into musical gold {even if the critics oft be hatin}. From the Fugees, to the impressive list of musical acts he’s discovered and/or produced hit songs for, to his rich and vibrant solo career, Clef never fails to impress. And his latest effort, Carnival Vol. II Memoirs of an Immigrant (iTunes), is another fine addition to the Wyclef Jean musical legacy. Pulling in such varied guests as Serj Tankian, Shakira, Paul Simon, Norah Jones and stalwart collaborator {whose career he literally helped get back on track} Mary J. Blige, Clef uses this album to show his depth as a composer as well as a talent schooled in various forms of hip hop, soul, r&b, and other more eclectic sounds.
Although I wouldn’t place this new album at the top of the Wyclef heap it easily dominates most of the drivel which is currently being pawned off as modern hip hop. Music fans and aspiriing MC’s alike would be wise to give this amazing album a listen from start to end.
mp3 : Wyclef Jean (feat Akon, Lil Wayne and Niia) - Sweetest Girl (Dollar Bill)
mp3 : Wyclef Jean (feat Norah Jones) - Any Other Day
mp3 : Wyclef Jean (feat Paul Simon) - Fast Car
My only regret with Clef is that I wasn’t there at Woodstock 99 when, in tribute to the great Jimi Hendrix, he played The Star Spangled Banner and ended by lighting his guitar on fire. Regardless of your opinion of his musical style there is no doubt that Clef has more talent than some entire record labels.
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