{"product_id":"q-tip-amplified","title":"Q-Tip – Amplified","description":"\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1999, Amplified marked the highly anticipated solo debut from A Tribe Called Quest co-founder Q-Tip. Blending his trademark jazz-influenced approach with contemporary late-90s hip-hop production, the album showcased one of rap's most innovative voices stepping confidently into a new era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePowered by the hit singles \"Vivrant Thing\" and \"Breathe And Stop\", Amplified became both a critical and commercial success, demonstrating Q-Tip's unique ability to combine sophisticated lyricism, infectious rhythms and forward-thinking production. His distinctive flow and creative vision helped bridge the gap between classic conscious hip-hop and the sounds that would define the next generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2LP vinyl reissue highlights the album's rich production, featuring contributions from J Dilla and Q-Tip himself. Tracks such as \"Let's Ride\", \"Higher\" and \"Things U Do\" continue to stand as examples of hip-hop craftsmanship at its finest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWidely regarded as one of the strongest solo releases from any member of A Tribe Called Quest, Amplified remains an essential record for collectors of golden-era hip-hop and fans of innovative rap music.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58096363667830,"sku":"19958414711","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/6450\/6005\/files\/QTipAmplified_99.jpg?v=1781603219","url":"https:\/\/www.stickyblacktarmac.com\/products\/q-tip-amplified","provider":"Sticky Black Tarmac","version":"1.0","type":"link"}