Description
Preorders ship Mid-August
Street Date: August 15th
Limited Edition Cassette
On the opening track of Unlearning Vol. 2, his fifth solo album, Evidence signals a shift. “Set the autopilot, cruising speed,” he raps—an image of ease that he quickly upends. The song, fittingly titled “Plans Change,” sets the tone for an album that favors reinvention over routine.
Since his days with Dilated Peoples, Evidence has embodied cool precision. But like its 2021 predecessor, Unlearning Vol. 2 pushes back against the comfort of legacy. It’s not just a stylistic evolution—it’s a deeper, more instinctive exploration. Instead of leaning on familiar patterns, Evidence delves into raw emotion and personal growth, creating a sound that’s both grounded and experimental.
The production—Sebb Bash’s “Seeing Double,” C-Lance’s “Top Seeded,” Evidence’s own “Greatest Motivation”—creates a smoky, immersive atmosphere. His voice cuts through with lyrical complexity and lived-in weight, especially on standouts like “Nothing’s Perfect” and “Laughing Last.” Featuring a multi-generational cast of collaborators including The Alchemist, DJ Babu, Blu, Larry June, Conductor Williams, and more, the album is united by a clear mission: to keep growing, keep challenging, and keep turning pain into purpose through sharp, intentional creativity.
Tracklist:
01 : Plans Change
02 : Different Phases
03 : Future Memories feat. Larry June
04 : Outta Bounds
05 : Seeing Double
06 : Nothing To See Here
07 : Define Success
08 : Stay Alive feat. Blu
09 : Nothing’s Perfect
10 : Favorite Injury feat. Domo Genesis
11 : Top Seeded
12 : Greatest Motivation feat. Theravada
13 : Rain Every Season feat. The Alchemist
14 : Laughing Last
15 : Dutch Angle