GROUP HOME RE-UNITES for GURU Tribute Album "GIFTED UNLIMITED RHYMES UNIVERSAL”

PRESS RELEASE:

Babygrande Records is proud to announce the upcoming release of Group Home’s “Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal” on September 28th. Honing their skills for over 20 years, Group Home is back to pay homage to their longtime friend and collaborator, the legendary Guru.

Group Home has unquestionably proven that they are one of the most important groups to come out of hip-hop’s revered “golden age.” Appearing on Gang Starr’s 1994 album “Hard To Earn,” Group Home released their critically acclaimed debut album “Livin’ Proof” in 1995. Now, Lil Dap has returned with partner Melachi The Nutcracker, enlisting the help of legendary hip-hop icons Jeru The Damaja, Lord Jamar (Brand Nubian) & more as well as some unreleased heat from former partner in rhyme Guru himself, to bring experience, perspective and their unique flavor to the game with their new album “G.U.R.U.”

Set for release on September 28th by Babygrande Records, Group Home’s “Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal” is a tribute to the movement that birthed hip-hop’s most celebrated emcees and a must-have for any true fan of hip-hop.



Stay tuned for the release (Mon Aug. 30th) of Group Home's first Single, the title track "Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal (G.U.R.U)" Featuring Jeru The Damaja.

Hacked Emails Exposes Guru's Former Partner Solar

A blog on villagevoice.com published an investigative report earlier this week that exposes hacked emails from Guru's former partner, Solar, prior to his unfortunate death. There has long been talk of shady business dealings, abuse and unprecedented control over Guru's life by his former partner and self-proclaimed "super producer". The emails reveal degrees of deception and misinformation that was allegedly perpetuated by Solar. The article reveals, "...anonymous hacker made public emails sent between Solar and various parties, including documents that seem to indicate that Solar is more evil than anyone could have even guessed. The emails appear to show that Solar forced Guru to tour instead of seeking medical help; that he controlled Guru's access to his own email account and various other web presences; that Solar owed money to multiple parties; and, perhaps most chillingly, that Solar attempted to pimp out unreleased music from Guru after the rapper's death." There was an update to the article published the following day that provides more insight. You can read more HERE and the link above. Hip Hop is waiting for the truth and it will be revealed..

Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal

R.I.P. to an absolute emcee. Guru is one of the greats and almost every head I know is a deep fan of his music. Although he and DJ Premier fell apart, their work together will serve as a blueprint for authenticity in hip hop. I am not at a loss for words over his death but I am mourning with all those who were hypnotized by his monotone flow. 43 years is way too young to expire but his legacy will remain far longer. I remember chillin' at S.O.B.s in the early nineties and Guru would be in the same crowd living hip hop with the rest of us. Above the clouds..