Jurassic 5 - Power in Numbers (Limited Edition w/ Bonus DVD)

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Music Review: "Power in Numbers" gains Power in Principle
Rating: 5 Stars

"What means the world to me is being free
Live and let live and just let it be
Love, peace and harmony one universal family."

This song covers many problems that society is now faced with, such as Third World poverty and the downfalls of the American penitentiary system. This is a steady representation of how times are changing and the effects that today's society has on everyone; even celebrities.
The rhymes that are produced in this second album still portray the same Jurassic Five spirit and quality with old school nature and rhythm, always initiated through their old Jazz beats. In other parts of the album, new style and sounds can be found, such as the song "Break". This tune releases a classic J5 attitude that speaks volumes in its bounce and lyrical playfulness but it's heavier sound gives it a slightly new feel than other, more classic songs that have been performed by the group.
In "Power In Numbers" the two DJ's Cut Chemist and Nu-Mark play with their forms of style and release new mixes with help from their role models JuJu of the Beatnuts, Sledge and Omas. The two DJs focus heavily on clean cut breaks and in addition, mix profoundly with the rhymes from the rest of the members: MCs Chali 2na, Zaakir (Soup), Akil and Marc 7. These clean cut, and easily distinguishable beats are found within the songs "If You Only Knew," "What's Golden," "Break" and "React".
The song "If You Only Knew" is a track that is completely dedicated to the struggles the group has gone through. This song shows all fans the barriers that the group has to overcome, and how much of a blessing it is that they are even still together as one. "If You Only Knew" is mixed unmistakably with perfection and the harmonized hook that is found within it is so smooth that it is nearly inaudible unless you are looking for it.
The song "Acetate Prophets" lets the DJs become more in touch with their African and South American culture with emerging chants and rhythms as well as a collection of Asian string instruments and drums. This song lets you experience the true heritage of the hip-hop nature and allows you to experience life through the ways of other cultures.
J5 makes a clear attempt to broaden their audience through the inclusion of Canadian-born pop star Nelly Furtado in their song "Thin Line". This feature song, as well as "Remember His Name" both reveal the dark tales of urban passions. This new innovation that has strongly influenced Jurassic Five allows for intricate rhymes and tangling story lines, which in turn produce an influencing and philosophical understanding of the true meaning of the song.
Within this album, Jurassic Five focuses, once again, on setting themselves apart from the rest of the hip-hop community. They accomplish this mission with great success, as each song individually focuses upon different story lines and beats, allowing difference and integrity within the album. This album deserves a full star rating because of the groups' ability to continually produce off the market, fresh lyrics and beats that supply the same energetic surge that the listeners are continually looking for.

Description of Power in Numbers (Limited Edition w/ Bonus DVD)

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• Rap & Hip-Hop