The Impossible Kid is definitely worth checking out. It's got so many memorable songs. And in case you can't figure out what the songs are about, he put out tweets during the release explaining each track.
Honestly, as much as I love Float, I much prefer his production to Blockhead's (et al), too. The types of hooks he comes up with jive with his lyrics and his style so well
@@teboots1 I agree but all the best Aseop is dense. Supercell and Mystery Fish on Impossible Kid are too, but I think they are also the best 2 tracks on the album. SWFG isn't as bad as say float, or Skelethon.. or something extra gritty like Malibu Ken. It's a good start considering Ase overall.
Best entry level Aesop album is Impossible Kid, but damn near all of his full lengths are classics. Plus, his albums with other artists like Homeboy Sandman, Rob Sonic, and Blockhead.
People can always argue about the "GOAT" But it takes a real one to recognize that Aes's intellect and vocabulary are untouchable. Aes is certainly not for the rookie listener. But once you get it, you see how he is miles beyond anyone.
The older brother who wanted to go to the Ministry concert is now a professor at Harvard Law School and specializes in cyber law (law related to the internet).
Impossible kid for sure. All his stuff is great. But the vibe of impossible kid is something different. Even the way the album starts is so dope. The instrumentals are just as unique as his lyrics/ flow
I said on a previous video that Skelethon was my go-to and I think I’d stick with that. It blends the story telling of later albums (Rubi ‘81), the density of earlier albums (ZZZ Top) and, well, a dash of silliness (Racing Stripes).
HOW TO MAKE A HOME MADE MUMMMMYYYYYYY. Skelethon is my favorite Aes album. Unfortunately often overlooked by impossible kid which is amazing, But y’know.
“What occurred next were the top of the lungs of a son who unjustly had lost what he loved, in a moment that would transcends anger to high art said this is something I am willing to die for!” Gives me chills everytime, and then he just reflects on what he just said “Can you even imagine a death in the fam from industrial fandom? Anyway…” So damn good!
Don't worry about what album to get, every single one is amazing. He been one of the best since Appleseed and Music for Earthworms. It is also worth checking Weathermen, which he was a part of.
Aesop initially recorded and released two self-financed records: Music for Earthworms in 1998 and the Appleseed EP in 1999. After being signed to the Mush label, Aesop Rock released his first studio album, Float, in 2000. Shortly thereafter, Aesop Rock signed to the Manhattan-based hip hop label Definitive Jux, where he released Labor Days in 2001, Bazooka Tooth in 2003, and None Shall Pass in 2007. His albums since then - Skelethon (2012), The Impossible Kid (2016), Spirit World Field Guide (2020), Garbology (2021), and Integrated Tech Solutions (2023) - have been released by Rhymesayers Entertainment. That's his discography. I've been a fan since 11th grade. I'm 39 now 😂. Die hard Aesop Rock fan. Seen in concert 3 times. ❤
When you guys said “David Giggs” I was trying to figure out who you were talking about, then you said the guy from clipping. It’s Daveed Diggs, lol. And yeah I definitely see the similarities, very technical lyricism
My favorite song of his. Even though I've only got one brother that shares dna, I've got brothers I've made and this song reminds me of childhood shenanigans and learnings.
Freaked me out first time I heard this one because was not expecting all the industrial/goth references. I never knew Aes' brother, but I know his brother.
Aes Top 5 Albums (In order): 1. The Impossible Kid 2. None Shall Pass 3. Music for Earthworms 4. Labor Days 5. Float Honorable Mentions: Garbology and Malibu Ken
To me the albums Skelethon, The Impossible Kid, and Spirit World Field Guide kinda go together and help build a story especially focusing on the loss of Aesop’s friend Camu Tao. Skelethon is about death and loss and the pain that creates.The Impossible Kid is kinda about seeking help, letting go of the past and trying to move forward. Spirit World Field Guide is living life after that help, knowing that the pain will never truly go away but you can learn to live with it and appreciate the things you have. It really matches up with the pairing of Get Out the Car, Shrunk, and Kirby. A song trilogy within The Impossible Kid that plays out with the same themes. All together I love Skelethon the most, I think it’s much more complex, has a good sense of humor, and emotion than the other two albums but its much harder to see the themes unless you do research about Aes himself, because of that, The Impossible Kid is the album to get. Still a beautiful album, still has it’s complexities and humor(all of Aes does) but in the end it’s much easier to digest at face value
it's funny you mention Twisted Sister in reference to controversial music; they got targeted by Tipper Gore and the PMRC years ago, Dee Snider came in to testify against the censorship they were trying to push through, and if for some reason you haven't seen the footage of that and don't mind taking your channel on a little field trip, you should totally do a reaction to it
"no body count, no concert. Chris kicked rocks in his mixed matched converse" he didn't go to the show, but he also stayed alive. "kick rocks" is a polite way to tell someone to fu*k off. pretty much saying all that fuss and nothing really happened.
Yyyea, if you guys wanna do a whole album, I'd try a different one, since you already played like half of The Impossible Kid. None Shall Pass is more rappity rap, Skelethon is more metal, Spirit World Field Guide is a whole damn trip to hell and back.
Aesop Rock - Labor Days Then check out Definitive Jux Record label it's defunct now but has some Amazing Artists on there like Aesop Rock, EL-P and Cage etc @BeersBars
Love all Aes albums but Labor Days was where it all started for me and although the production quality doesn't stand up to his more recent works, the content and creativity of the soundscape more than makes up for it. And it's so intricate and full of the bitter dissatisfaction of early adulthood when you're really getting just how f'd up everything is and you resent the loss of innocence or the world not being as it should be. Its visceral and raw. Def Jux was amazing. I think they overreached in the end with some big deals for Del The Funkee Homosapien and Dizzee Rascal who had been more commercially successful but illegal downloads killed their revenue. Still find it a bit trippy to see El-P doing mainstream numbers with Killer Mike as Run the Jewels. Happy for him though as giving us Def Jux was a huge gift to fans of Indie Rap. He's a decent producer too, Blockhead for the win though for me personally. El-P's self produced album Fantastic Damage put out on his own Def Jux Label was a spiky treat and such a flex! Also loved I Phantom, Mr Lif's debut album. This is a criminally under heard and underrated masterpiece. For me one of the great concept albums, it rolls through different movie genres from hood film to family drama to straight up apocalyptic Sci Fi and the best ending to any album I ever heard. The last 3 tracks on their own would make a top tier EP. Special mentions also to Rob Sonic Album Telicatessen and Cage's Hells Winter, both strong works. I miss Def Jux 🥲
Speaking of Aes & El-P & Cage you reminded me of this track with the 3 of them that has a fire Aes verse th-cam.com/video/JT8vo0X7yDU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=4oJJ_W9BKJWibeaW
There is no "best Aes album". Every one of his albums is unique to that specific album. The dude catches a certain vibe and makes an album from it. Spirit World Field Guide came from the vibe he created when he was making three songs for the video game, Freedom Finger(all dope songs, btw). There is only "the best Aes album for your current vibe."
I cant disagree with any of these suggestions as they're all great Albums but I have to shout out Labor Days as a throw back masterpiece. Young Aes was pissed off at the f'ckery of the corporate controlled times but still saw the beauty in the chaos and expressed it like the worlds most eloquent poet was getting into early days crack addiction. Probably not his absolute best work but a little surprised that no-one at all mentioned Bazooka Tooth yet also. "Easy" is my personal favourite of that album. Don't know why apart from so relateable to me and im sure so many others
Awesome, I can't wait, I've been to Prof in several venues of various sizes, Festivals, King Street in Madison WI, Prof and Sa-Roc at X-Games! All results ended up in a great time.
Can I just throw a request for another Aesop Rock (and Tobacco) reaction from you guys out there? Malibu Ken - “Acid King” th-cam.com/video/6ZdI2ZJnb3U/w-d-xo.htmlsi=tkKZY6OCzy4q6A6Z
WOW A SOLUTELY AGREE 1 HUNDY THAT WOULD BE THE STUFF OF DREAMS IF YA MAN ERE TEAM UP WITH ASAP. ROCKY CAN YOU IMAGINE THAT TING RIGHT THERE WOW THE WHOLE OF THE U S,S ENTIRE FIRE DEPARTMENT WOULD HAVE NO CHANCE OF DOWSING DEM FLAMES YA GET ME THO FAM YOU BOYS KEEP DOING YOU WOW KICKED ROCKS IN HIS MISS MATCHED CONVERSE AMAZING ONE BLESSINGS PEACE XXX
IMPOSSIBLE KID. IMPOSSIBLE KID. IMPOSSILE KID.
YES! Went to this record store by my work on my lunch break today and copped the vinyl!
@@810austin green and pink???
@@810austin I hope you're a fan of posters!
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Kev doesn’t miss 🙌
FYI: called blood sandwhich cause he's the middle brother, verse about younger and older one, and hes between like a sammy
The Impossible Kid is definitely worth checking out. It's got so many memorable songs. And in case you can't figure out what the songs are about, he put out tweets during the release explaining each track.
The fact that Aesop has produced 90% of his own beats over the last 20 years is so underrated.
He is such a good producer! he's getting better and better producing after so many albums
Honestly, as much as I love Float, I much prefer his production to Blockhead's (et al), too. The types of hooks he comes up with jive with his lyrics and his style so well
I personally vote: Spirit World Field Guide, but will agree with Impossible Kid. Gotta be one of those two tho for a 1st album review.
Agreed. IMO SWFG is his best album but it's a bit longer than most. Impossible Kid is a strong #2 though so I'd be happy either way.
@@meowzebub9667 Such a fun album. Who doesn't want to take an ayahuasca laced Willy Wonka boat ride into the spirit world with Aseop?
SWFG is probably my favorite Aes album, but it's also pretty dense. It also helps if you're a bit of an Astralnaut.
@@teboots1 I agree but all the best Aseop is dense. Supercell and Mystery Fish on Impossible Kid are too, but I think they are also the best 2 tracks on the album. SWFG isn't as bad as say float, or Skelethon.. or something extra gritty like Malibu Ken. It's a good start considering Ase overall.
2nd should be Labor Days
Best entry level Aesop album is Impossible Kid, but damn near all of his full lengths are classics. Plus, his albums with other artists like Homeboy Sandman, Rob Sonic, and Blockhead.
People can always argue about the "GOAT"
But it takes a real one to recognize that Aes's intellect and vocabulary are untouchable.
Aes is certainly not for the rookie listener. But once you get it, you see how he is miles beyond anyone.
The older brother who wanted to go to the Ministry concert is now a professor at Harvard Law School and specializes in cyber law (law related to the internet).
Impossible kid for sure. All his stuff is great. But the vibe of impossible kid is something different. Even the way the album starts is so dope. The instrumentals are just as unique as his lyrics/ flow
39 Thieves. Water Tower. Gopher Guts. Jumping Coffin.
Album? None Shall Pass. Or Impossible Kid.
Sp glad you guys are digging into Aesop.
Impossible Kid for certain. Y'all NEED to hear the opening track, Mystery Fish. Goes so hard.
Granny yelling “go Cubs” Cubs ain’t playing
I said on a previous video that Skelethon was my go-to and I think I’d stick with that. It blends the story telling of later albums (Rubi ‘81), the density of earlier albums (ZZZ Top) and, well, a dash of silliness (Racing Stripes).
Ruby 81 is incredible. Most memorable track on the album for me
HOW TO MAKE A HOME MADE MUMMMMYYYYYYY.
Skelethon is my favorite Aes album. Unfortunately often overlooked by impossible kid which is amazing, But y’know.
“What occurred next were the top of the lungs of a son who unjustly had lost what he loved, in a moment that would transcends anger to high art said this is something I am willing to die for!”
Gives me chills everytime, and then he just reflects on what he just said
“Can you even imagine a death in the fam from industrial fandom? Anyway…”
So damn good!
Don't worry about what album to get, every single one is amazing. He been one of the best since Appleseed and Music for Earthworms. It is also worth checking Weathermen, which he was a part of.
Y'all need to check out Hail Mary Mallon. Aesop and Rob Sonic side project. "Whales" is a favorite.
I am so happy they are giving him another shot aesop is my favorite artist
impossible kid is mos def his best album. Been listening to him for at least 15 years now.
Aesop initially recorded and released two self-financed records: Music for Earthworms in 1998 and the Appleseed EP in 1999. After being signed to the Mush label, Aesop Rock released his first studio album, Float, in 2000. Shortly thereafter, Aesop Rock signed to the Manhattan-based hip hop label Definitive Jux, where he released Labor Days in 2001, Bazooka Tooth in 2003, and None Shall Pass in 2007. His albums since then - Skelethon (2012), The Impossible Kid (2016), Spirit World Field Guide (2020), Garbology (2021), and Integrated Tech Solutions (2023) - have been released by Rhymesayers Entertainment.
That's his discography. I've been a fan since 11th grade. I'm 39 now 😂. Die hard Aesop Rock fan. Seen in concert 3 times. ❤
Aesop Rock's new album integrated Tech solution!
Nice reaction guys. My vote is for Impossible Kid
When you guys said “David Giggs” I was trying to figure out who you were talking about, then you said the guy from clipping.
It’s Daveed Diggs, lol. And yeah I definitely see the similarities, very technical lyricism
I cant believe no one said None Shall Pass! TIK is a great introduction but Skelethon would be another strong contender.
Check out his old track ( 20 or so years ago) Mar’s Attacks from his album bazooka tooth
My favorite song of his. Even though I've only got one brother that shares dna, I've got brothers I've made and this song reminds me of childhood shenanigans and learnings.
Impossible kid is the best place to start
Freaked me out first time I heard this one because was not expecting all the industrial/goth references. I never knew Aes' brother, but I know his brother.
The Impossible kid for sure!!! I know you guys will love Kirby! ❤
I can't wait til they get to my paid Request, Eyedea - even shadows have Shadows
Love eyedea! An absolute legend.
@BearOnEem facts, paid $10 which I guess wasn't that much lol for them to react to even shadows have Shadows but I'm still waiting lol
Fucking JAM
Yeah I have a couple ten buck suggestions they passed. Usually the $20's get them in motion.
@kevinsisco sucks I wasted $10 lol I live on a budget and couldn't spare to much more 😢
Skelethon or Impossible Kid. Both are on vinyl and both are incredibly different musical experiences in their own right.
I wish I could experience this album for the first time again.
Aes Top 5 Albums (In order):
1. The Impossible Kid
2. None Shall Pass
3. Music for Earthworms
4. Labor Days
5. Float
Honorable Mentions: Garbology and Malibu Ken
Impossible Kid is the album to do , he did an animated live stream to it on release of the album
Fuck yes! Getting into the underground tunnels of rap 🔥🔥🔥
Grace is another one you gotta check fellas
He makes the mundane beautiful ..
To me the albums Skelethon, The Impossible Kid, and Spirit World Field Guide kinda go together and help build a story especially focusing on the loss of Aesop’s friend Camu Tao. Skelethon is about death and loss and the pain that creates.The Impossible Kid is kinda about seeking help, letting go of the past and trying to move forward. Spirit World Field Guide is living life after that help, knowing that the pain will never truly go away but you can learn to live with it and appreciate the things you have.
It really matches up with the pairing of Get Out the Car, Shrunk, and Kirby. A song trilogy within The Impossible Kid that plays out with the same themes.
All together I love Skelethon the most, I think it’s much more complex, has a good sense of humor, and emotion than the other two albums but its much harder to see the themes unless you do research about Aes himself, because of that, The Impossible Kid is the album to get. Still a beautiful album, still has it’s complexities and humor(all of Aes does) but in the end it’s much easier to digest at face value
it's funny you mention Twisted Sister in reference to controversial music; they got targeted by Tipper Gore and the PMRC years ago, Dee Snider came in to testify against the censorship they were trying to push through, and if for some reason you haven't seen the footage of that and don't mind taking your channel on a little field trip, you should totally do a reaction to it
I can't wait for you guys to do Dorks. The Impossible Kid is the place to start.
"no body count, no concert. Chris kicked rocks in his mixed matched converse"
he didn't go to the show, but he also stayed alive.
"kick rocks" is a polite way to tell someone to fu*k off.
pretty much saying all that fuss and nothing really happened.
kicking rocks is more about sulking, going out and being pissed off by yourself.
@@thebaronharkanon2236 idk if I went out and kicked a rock, it would feel like I just fucked myself. So that's my understanding.
Yyyea, if you guys wanna do a whole album, I'd try a different one, since you already played like half of The Impossible Kid.
None Shall Pass is more rappity rap, Skelethon is more metal, Spirit World Field Guide is a whole damn trip to hell and back.
Mystery Fish, zero dark thirty, None shall pass
Aesop Rock - Labor Days
Then check out Definitive Jux Record label it's defunct now but has some Amazing Artists on there like Aesop Rock, EL-P and Cage etc @BeersBars
Love all Aes albums but Labor Days was where it all started for me and although the production quality doesn't stand up to his more recent works, the content and creativity of the soundscape more than makes up for it. And it's so intricate and full of the bitter dissatisfaction of early adulthood when you're really getting just how f'd up everything is and you resent the loss of innocence or the world not being as it should be. Its visceral and raw.
Def Jux was amazing. I think they overreached in the end with some big deals for Del The Funkee Homosapien and Dizzee Rascal who had been more commercially successful but illegal downloads killed their revenue.
Still find it a bit trippy to see El-P doing mainstream numbers with Killer Mike as Run the Jewels. Happy for him though as giving us Def Jux was a huge gift to fans of Indie Rap. He's a decent producer too, Blockhead for the win though for me personally.
El-P's self produced album Fantastic Damage put out on his own Def Jux Label was a spiky treat and such a flex!
Also loved I Phantom, Mr Lif's debut album. This is a criminally under heard and underrated masterpiece.
For me one of the great concept albums, it rolls through different movie genres from hood film to family drama to straight up apocalyptic Sci Fi and the best ending to any album I ever heard. The last 3 tracks on their own would make a top tier EP.
Special mentions also to Rob Sonic Album Telicatessen and Cage's Hells Winter, both strong works.
I miss Def Jux 🥲
Speaking of Aes & El-P & Cage you reminded me of this track with the 3 of them that has a fire Aes verse
th-cam.com/video/JT8vo0X7yDU/w-d-xo.htmlsi=4oJJ_W9BKJWibeaW
Rock reminds you of Diggs because they are literally the 2 best rappers out there.
One of my favourites
My vote is for skelethon! Y'all haven't reacted to any tracks from it so y'all will be going in completely fresh.
There is no "best Aes album". Every one of his albums is unique to that specific album. The dude catches a certain vibe and makes an album from it. Spirit World Field Guide came from the vibe he created when he was making three songs for the video game, Freedom Finger(all dope songs, btw). There is only "the best Aes album for your current vibe."
I've been with aesop for 15 years
They've already done half of the album(TIK) by this point but personally I'd vote for the newest one(ITS)
MEANY HALLOWMEEN. The original meany
I cant disagree with any of these suggestions as they're all great Albums but I have to shout out Labor Days as a throw back masterpiece. Young Aes was pissed off at the f'ckery of the corporate controlled times but still saw the beauty in the chaos and expressed it like the worlds most eloquent poet was getting into early days crack addiction.
Probably not his absolute best work but a little surprised that no-one at all mentioned Bazooka Tooth yet also. "Easy" is my personal favourite of that album. Don't know why apart from so relateable to me and im sure so many others
Crows 1 & 2 - back to back from Skelethon.
Gopher Guts, man that’s the one
How was the Prof show?
Vlog coming soon
Awesome, I can't wait, I've been to Prof in several venues of various sizes, Festivals, King Street in Madison WI, Prof and Sa-Roc at X-Games! All results ended up in a great time.
Do y'all listen to El-P? He has an impressive discography.
Please please please keep on the Aesop
Aes is the greatest poet of the 21st century
The Impossible Kid Vinyl, or maybe None Shall Pass.
aesop rock is the greatest poet of our generation
Check out our "George the poet" playlist ✌️🍻
IMPOSSIBLE KID
You guys are aware I hope that Aesop has produced all or most of the beats you have heard.
👀
Either check out ITS or spirit world field guide
Impossible Kid or Skelethon 🙃
Please react to headie one’s new song ‘cry no more’
My first song was lucy
If you guys love aes you should check out hail marry mallon
Sage Francis!
Can I just throw a request for another Aesop Rock (and Tobacco) reaction from you guys out there?
Malibu Ken - “Acid King”
th-cam.com/video/6ZdI2ZJnb3U/w-d-xo.htmlsi=tkKZY6OCzy4q6A6Z
Float…
RUBY 81
Kendrick drop another 6:30 song! Not 6:16 in la. (Meet the grahams)
These dudes have ZERO idea who Ministry or Al Jourgensen are.
No he missed it… 80s kids
Men react nightwish band
Please peep Lazy Eye and Shrunk ... Thank me later ;)
WOW A SOLUTELY AGREE 1 HUNDY THAT WOULD BE THE STUFF OF DREAMS IF YA MAN ERE TEAM UP WITH ASAP. ROCKY CAN YOU IMAGINE THAT TING RIGHT THERE WOW THE WHOLE OF THE U S,S ENTIRE FIRE DEPARTMENT WOULD HAVE NO CHANCE OF DOWSING DEM FLAMES YA GET ME THO FAM YOU BOYS KEEP DOING YOU WOW KICKED ROCKS IN HIS MISS MATCHED CONVERSE AMAZING ONE BLESSINGS PEACE XXX
HOPE Y'ALL DID A LYRIC VID FOR EVEN SHADOWS HAVE SHADOWS
YO GUYS KENDRIK DROPPED A DISS TRACK TO DRAKES SON NAIL IN THE COFFIN