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People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm is, quite simply, one of the finest albums in hip-hop. It's easy to argue that A Tribe Called Quest reached their zenith on this, their debut album: though they went on to produce another world-class disc (The Low End Theory) and broadened their palates and their consciousness, never again were they quite this naturally free and easy. Q-Tip and Phife's delivery is deceptively simple, flowing like wine and tasting like candy, and Jairobi adds some contrast. The music, so self-assured that it never raises its voice to make a spectacle, follows suit. Four albums later, on their last tour, songs from Paths of Rhythm still were at the top of the set list. --Randy Silver
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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Quite possibly the finest album in hip hop history. When Tribe came onto the scene in the late 80's, no one in hip hop were the using the type of beats they employed. By mixing jazz and smooth R & B, they created a totally original and innovative sound that still sounds fresh ten years later. Q-Tip is the best MC in the business and has a voice as sweet as honey. He and Phife mesh perfectly together. There is not a bad song on the album and standouts include "Push It Along", "Luck Of Lucien" & "Can I Kick It?". Tribe preach a message of positivity and pride in yourself and your culture. This album was a breath of fresh air amid all the negative vibes and anger that was coming from the hip hop community at the time. This album has stood the test of time and nothing that has come along in hip hop has yet to match it. This is not only a hip hop masterpiece, but a musical masterpiece and it can be compared with the greats of any genre.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
Do you remember when a little crew called the Native Tongues stepped onto the hip-hop scene? Sure you do. Do you remember the last group to drop a debut LP? Yep, it was A Tribe Called Quest. Did this LP change the face of hip-hop? Yes. Did this LP get the recognition it deserved? Nope. Does this LP have both strong lyrics and beats? Of course. Does this album have any hits? Yes, there's "Bonita Applebum", "Can I Kick It?", "Footprints", "Push It Along", "Description Of A Fool", etc. Are there any filler tracks? Not one. Is this album just as good as The Low End Theory and Midnight Marauders? Damn right. When should you get this album? RIGHT NOW!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Audio CD
One of the best albums of 1990, "People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm" is the Tribe's most under-appreciated and over-shadowed album to date. When you think of classic ATCQ, you think "Low End Theory" and "Midnight Marauders", but what about the debut that got them started? Although the classics like "bonita applebum" and "can I kick it" are still getting recognition 16 years later, the other tracks on the album are pretty much left in the dark to be slept on & ignored. For me, this album is equal in brilliance to "Low End Theory" and "Midnight Marauders", and considering this is 1990, it is as fresh as anything they have ever done! Ali Shaheed Muhammad comes 100% correct for their debut, producing straight classics ensuring a strong foundation for Q Tip & Phife Dawg to work with. Yes, and you can bet that both MC's hit you with the non-stop hypnotizing, conscious & creative lyrics throughout. Personally, the only track that does not have as much replay value as the rest is "Ham & Eggs", but then again the concept of this song isn't meant to be dead serious so it's down to taste. Now, if you are a fan of the tribe/early 90's hiphop/Jazzy & Conscious Hiphop then this is for you. Cop this asap! You NEED it. PEACE!
>>>BEST TRACKS, in my opinion, are; Push it along (Pure excellence), Luck of Lucien, Footprints, Can I Kick It & Youthful expression<<<
Lyrics - 10/10
Beats - 10/10
Originality - 9.5/10
Replay Value - 9/10
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>>>BEST TRACKS, in my opinion, are; Push it along (Pure excellence), Luck of Lucien, Footprints, Can I Kick It & Youthful expression<<<
Lyrics - 10/10
Beats - 10/10
Originality - 9.5/10
Replay Value - 9/10
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
The A Tribe Called Quest is next in line.
This album is groovy and playfully great.
1.Push it Along
2.Luck of Lucien
3.After Hours
4.Footprints
5.I Left My Wallet in El Segundo
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1.Push it Along
2.Luck of Lucien
3.After Hours
4.Footprints
5.I Left My Wallet in El Segundo
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Published 7 months ago by Eric D. Stewart
5.0 out of 5 stars
CLASSIC
This album is one of the greatest rap albums of all time. Any fan of tribe or 90s rap will enjoy playing this album. thee cd came in BRAND NEW still in the plastic! 5/5 service
Published 10 months ago by AJWII
5.0 out of 5 stars
Gold
Music speaks for itself as any ATCQ knows. I'd take advantage of the cheap discount if you still like CDs like I do. Shipping and delivery fine and in good condition.
Published 15 months ago by E.L. Ricker
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fun Hip Hop
People's Instinctive Travels is one of those hip hop albums meant solely for having a good time. Made in the age where the gangsta rap of NWA or Ice Cube dominated, People's... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Eli
1.0 out of 5 stars
Don't buy this on vinyl!
Although this is a great album, don't buy it on vinyl from Amazon.
The records aren't pressed properly, so the first few seconds of songs start at the end of sides. Read more
The records aren't pressed properly, so the first few seconds of songs start at the end of sides. Read more
Published 20 months ago by djmc
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good job
I really appreciate that the product came in on time and in the exact condition as described. I wish it would have been to my mailbox instead of my door, but all good.
Published 20 months ago by JB
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is when hip hop was at it 's purest element
Man I love the Tribe all there albums are classic Low End and midnight Maruaders and on and on this is what is missing in hip hop today before the industry got a whole of it... Read more
Published on January 2, 2010 by Derrick L. Jackson
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great album defining a lost generation of Rap art
Ok, all you young thugs cranking the same "holla" raps need to listen up. I used to love Hip Hop. Then it got played out, thug heavy, uncreative and plutocracized (look it up... Read more
Published on August 12, 2008 by Victor
5.0 out of 5 stars
People's Instinctive Travels and The Paths of Rhythm
Tribe is one of the best hip-hop (and I mean real hip-hop not what passes for it these days) groups of all time. Great album, what else can I say?
Published on April 13, 2008 by Johanna Harmon
5.0 out of 5 stars
The Soundtrack for life's defining moments
It's hard to summarize the power of this album in a simple album review. These artists understand the power of communication and they use it effectively. Read more
Published on March 19, 2008 by Sheri O. Zampelli
