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Review: Among heads, this is of the most hotly championed hip-hop collab records of all time - and yet it is all too unknown. Doomstarks is the fabled collaboration of masked raconteur come rapper MF Doom and one of nine sonic samurai, Ghostface Killah (here known as Tony Starks); Swift & Changeable: The Prequel is their quick-wristed, mic-proximate debut mixtape, released in 2012. Just as some comic books series would prologue their main stories with pre-release strips, The Prologue served as the "unofficial" warm-up to accompany the pair's long-anticipated debut album of the same name. The Prequel hears some of Doom and Ghost's most popular tracks and collabs from various projects, including the original Doomstarks tune 'Vistory Laps'; the album provides a chopped but not screwed experience, playing out in the style of a gapless, scratch-heavy DJ mix.

Review: Madlib's The Mind Fusion Collection V2 is an essential compilation that showcases the eclectic genius of this prolific producer. Known for his unparalleled versatility, Madlib seamlessly blends a variety of genres, from hip-hop and jazz to funk and soul and this collection offers a deep dive into his innovative soundscapes, featuring rare grooves, obscure samples and masterful beats. Each track is a testament to Madlib's ability to fuse different musical elements into a cohesive, captivating whole. The Mind Fusion Collection V2 is a must-have for fans and newcomers alike and shows off the boundless creativity of one of the scene's most influential figures.