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Tuesday, January 02, 2007 
Happy New Year! Liberation is here! Shout out to my brother Mad Lib, for being so creative and inspirational, and for giving me a canvas to paint on. This project was inspired by his consistency, it was something I wanted to be a part of. In this era of over produced and over marketed product, Mad Lib leads the pack of independent artists who could care less about all of that. I am a part of the music industry, and lord knows I'm needed, but for our own sanity we must step outside the system and create that which is not packaged for mass consumption. This is also a gift to the fans who stick by me whether some corporation is currently promoting me or not. Now, I love all music, and my albums so far, including eardrum, reflect those influences. This album is a straight ahead, sample driven hiphop record, from two of the best doing it. Some fans will say this is the sound they want to hear from me all the time. If so, congratulations, you got your wish. However, do not use this to speculate what eardrum will sound like. It is a different project with different influences. As a matter of fact, be on the lookout for the video for More or Less, dropping this week as well. I will continue to push the envelope creatively in the spirit of my ancestors. RIP James Brown, Gerald Levert, J Dilla. Shout out to C Smyth, Eothen, Dave Dar, SMT studios, Tyson, Consequence, Elzhi, Res, Candice Anderson, Strong Arm Steady, Chace Infinite. Blacksmith the Movement in stores now. The year of the Blacksmith has begun. Talib Kweli, BKMC
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[K. Wilson™]

 
Yessir, Keep It Real

One Life, One Love. Peace

 
Posted by [K. Wilson™] on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:35 AM
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Vitojohn
Vito Amabile

 
Definitely, the true fans will continue to support you no matter what.


For the love of Hip Hop.
 
Posted by Vitojohn on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:37 AM
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GodzFirstThought

 
I'm just glad that there are still artists out there who keep it real! Much Love!
 
Posted by GodzFirstThought on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:40 AM
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Jef with one f (662)
Jef Kupiec

 
Much appreciated! (Not just this free album but your music and influence in general)
 
Posted by Jef with one f (662) on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:41 AM
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Don Veeno’s Management

 

Big ups Talib. You inspired me to get into the game, and I'm still learning. But ya music keeps me going in this corporate driven world. We need a revolution to bring real music in. I've turned a few people in your music and now they stopped listening to radio. Now they thrive on underground and real music. I am working on my own stuff and got a sample rite now on my page. Thanks for keeping music real and comercial free peace

 


 
Posted by Don Veeno’s Management on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:42 AM
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#00

 
I have supported you for quite some time and I will continue to much, much longer.
 
Posted by #00 on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:44 AM
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GRAPHIC

 
THANK YOU, and mad shouts to MADLIB!!!! "Liberation" is ill!!!
 
Posted by GRAPHIC on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:46 AM
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I never been on tv before

 

thanks for the music..Talib & Madlib..

shout to stones throw..

I started the new year with a freshly burned copy of Liberation..,as i went to the gym.

 Ontario Cali,checkin in...


 
Posted by I never been on tv before on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:49 AM
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Arlen

 
Good luck on the New Year and the Movement. Thanks for the great show you put on when you were in AZ, that local guy was whack to warm things up but once you brought your energy to the stage it was tight. Wish you would have performed Memories live or Can I talk to you though. Peace
 
Posted by Arlen on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:55 AM
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Crazy Lowry
ryan lowry

 

It's good to see that there still is an appreciation for good music with a meaningful message that is not concerned with publicity.

 

Keep those beats rolling


 
Posted by Crazy Lowry on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:56 AM
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Kyle Pace

 

Congratulations. One of the projects I've been waiting for has finally come to. One down, one to go!


 
Posted by Kyle Pace on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 12:59 AM
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Todd

 
I cannot wait to hear this album!!!! Talib and Madlib for an entire album...there is a god!!
 
Posted by Todd on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:10 AM
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@KAHLEE310 [THE SEED] \nm/

 

Glad it's finally here. Much luck for the future and stay grindin!


 
Posted by @KAHLEE310 [THE SEED] \nm/ on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:11 AM
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Phellah G
Phellah G

 
Man. Definitely a dream come true.  Kweli & Madlib together.  2007 is looking good already.
 
Posted by Phellah G on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:16 AM
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Kase One

 
Thanks for staying true to your roots, keep it up!
 
Posted by Kase One on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:21 AM
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------>  :-D !!!!!!!!!!  <-------
 
Posted by . on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:23 AM
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Cisco

 
thanks for the aalbum!
 
Posted by Cisco on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:49 AM
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tntdreadsqueen

 

Mad respect and love!

In this "The Year of The Blacksmith" may Jah provide peace and love as your guide on this journey!

Guidance,

Rhonda

 


 
Posted by tntdreadsqueen on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:50 AM
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Ryan Drewes "The Hippie"
Ryan Drewes

 
if it was not for you and mos def, i would not know what true hip-hop is.  thank you!!!!
 
Posted by Ryan Drewes "The Hippie" on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 2:04 AM
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♥ Mrs. Lady ♥

 
Liberation is a hot disc... Thanks for the free love. What more can I say? I love real HIP HOP!!! I am sure people will still enjoy Eardrum even if its not the same. Keep roc, roc, rocking it!!!
 
Posted by ♥ Mrs. Lady ♥ on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 2:12 AM
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Sherman
Sherman Reid

 
Thank you very much.....
 
Posted by Sherman on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 2:42 AM
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tea_eye_aye

 
Much love and success to both you and Madlib for changing the course of the hip hop body. Creativity is always appreciated and supported.

TiaW.

 
Posted by tea_eye_aye on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 3:23 AM
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jay millionaire

 
Thanks for the album brotha...its Coconuts word up. Peace
 
Posted by jay millionaire on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 3:24 AM
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Kai - Yes...that's short for Kai

 
Thank you!!!!
 
Posted by Kai - Yes...that's short for Kai on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 3:24 AM
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Tim Analog aka Dad

 
Dope, dope, dope. You're right - since Dilla's passing Madlib is the most consistent producer out there, no contest. And I can't give you enough props for releasing this free to the fans. Can't wait to pay you back by picking up my copies of all the new Kweli coming in 2007. Country Cousins and Listen have already received heaps of airplay on my show down here in NZ. Eardrum is gonna be hot as hell.

Happy New Year!
 
Posted by Tim Analog aka Dad on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 3:56 AM
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Kenetra "CashFlow Queen"
Kenetra Cashflow Queen

 

Talib your music is dope and inspirational. Keeping speaking from the heart and you'll never go wrong.

Peace, love and light my brotha

 


 
Posted by Kenetra "CashFlow Queen" on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 4:11 AM
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The Truth

 
Great CD. First thing i played in the new year was this. I can't wait til Eardrum come out. Can't wait for all the stuff Blacksmith is producing this year.
 
Posted by The Truth on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 4:14 AM
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Mike Brown the REMIX

 

True... looking forward to the music. Happy New Year to you, Blacksmith fam, and all of my brothers and sisters in Hip-Hop.

 

-mbr


 
Posted by Mike Brown the REMIX on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 4:15 AM
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Jeff from tha 407

 
thanx for giving us something real...
 
Posted by Jeff from tha 407 on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 4:21 AM
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K-ROQ!!!

 

Keep doin it Man!

Peace

Kyle


 
Posted by K-ROQ!!! on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 4:57 AM
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A Brother Named George

 
A huge thanks is due to both yourself and Madlib. This was the first album I listened to in 2007 and hopefully it is the sign of things to come musically. This album is masterfully written and powerfully produced. Thank you Kweli and Madlib for such a ridiculously dope album to kick off the New Year!!!
 
Posted by A Brother Named George on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 5:40 AM
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QUEEN FOKUS
FOKUS NOW

 

MUCH RESPECT & BLESSING TO U AND YOUR CREW!

WE HERE IN THE SIPP PROUDLY STAND ON  LIBERATION

AND STEPPING OUT OF DA INDUSTY'S SYSTEM.MAY ALL THAT YOU STAND  FOR AS WELL BE OF INSPIRATION TO MISSISSIPPI ARTISTZ & AUTHORZ.THAT ONCE WE ALL ARE EXPECTED WE WILL FEEL WELL NEEDED TOO.

I AM DA QUEEN OF DA SIPP,AND I HOLD IT'S FOKUS MUCH LUV BKMC

STAY FOKUS 2007   MONSAT TRIBE FAM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1LUV


 
Posted by QUEEN FOKUS on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 6:18 AM
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No Doubt...!


 
Posted by on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 6:26 AM
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FR.e.SH ( 20 DaYs & CoUnTiN )

 

you are one of the reasons why i love hip hop. i saw you at the showbox and it was amazing i want to thank you for that

peace,

Joe E Fresh


 
Posted by FR.e.SH ( 20 DaYs & CoUnTiN ) on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 8:20 AM
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JONES

 

<<< this is you nurning up the hi-hop world......  No doubt talib that your hard work will always be appreciate by us fans and I can't wait for you to keep putting more and more out there


 
Posted by JONES on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 9:35 AM
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Moka Only

 
thank you,sir. digging  it much.----torch.
 
Posted by Moka Only on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 11:45 AM
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LaCess aka Eclectic ELECTRIC

 

And so we ressurect...

 

Thanks for the good music Talib.


 
Posted by LaCess aka Eclectic ELECTRIC on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 1:12 PM
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Full Blown Alchemist
DeQuan Shanks

 
Keep doing ya thing. We gon be anticipating, salivating for Eardrum/ Them other cats gon be hating, they all dumb/ They getting drunk off bullshit like $1 rum/ Blacksmith ain't just standing still/ Over compettitors they gon' run

One love, The Quantessential


 
Posted by Full Blown Alchemist on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 3:24 PM
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YEAH IT IS THE YEAR OF THE BLACKSMITH BIG UPS TO YOU AND MAD LIB AND MAY THIS NEW YEAR BE BLESSED
 
Posted by on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 3:38 PM
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Radiant Sol
Jessica Ramos

 

Im looking forwar to it.. keep doin what you are doin.. One love..

 

Peace, Love, Light and growth..

Jessica


 
Posted by Radiant Sol on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 5:05 PM
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akabrownsugar

 
word. thanks.
 
Posted by akabrownsugar on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 5:53 PM
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Mr. Nobody

 
Talib,

I think what you did was very good for hip hop. We need more music-driven (as opposed to money-driven) albums out there.
I have most of your records, I will get Eardrum as well.

Well done

Antonio

 
Posted by Mr. Nobody on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 8:01 PM
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Soulmind

 
Talib,
it's a dope album. Straight fire!
It's also a both generous and clever marketing move.

Looking forward to "Eardrum" - you know I rep your ish to the fullest over here and generate some additional sales....!

The Year of the Blacksmith.

Karsten
aka Soulmind
Mixtape DJ

 
Posted by Soulmind on Wednesday, January 03, 2007 - 1:52 AM
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The Ambitions Of A Beatmaker

 
Wow thanks for the free album kwe, You and madlib should do anotha 1 4real. "Happy Home" is a classic, i think i have heard it like 50 times already. Keep up the good work, stay focused, and do what you do 4real. Ear Drum is gonna be a classic I already know it is. Im really looking forward to all the new music for the year from blacksmith, Big Ups Kwe and Madlib!!!
 
Posted by The Ambitions Of A Beatmaker on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 9:07 PM
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KOEHLDER
Jordan Koehler

 
thanks for that real hip hop

i can't wait for eardrum
this'll hold me over

 
Posted by KOEHLDER on Tuesday, January 02, 2007 - 11:59 PM
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trouble.

 
kweli you never fail to impress me. peace. *timm
 
Posted by trouble. on Wednesday, January 03, 2007 - 2:39 PM
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Si

 
no doubt
alwayz gotta respect the real ish, mad props to the lib's, definatly feelin the project
cant wait for eardrum

 
Posted by Si on Wednesday, January 03, 2007 - 6:20 PM
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Ostee
Arioste Rugwiro

 
Yeah Kwa!! Great project!! cant wait to stik ma ear to it. The People is still down wit you (n lib)!! n will always b!! Allow me to say (jus spittin sum momentum thot); (I blieve) God is an Artist, God is in all of us... Artists are (since we re all humans) the people's voice and The industry does not reflect the Art. haha!! (crazy, i kno...). meditate dat.
Much love. One.

 
Posted by Ostee on Wednesday, January 03, 2007 - 10:19 PM
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VAV Magazine

 

Happy new Year

Thank You

Be Blessed and Profitable

 


 
Posted by VAV Magazine on Wednesday, January 03, 2007 - 10:40 PM
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Korschy

 

Thanks for 'Liberation', it's good to get something healthy in this sick world.

 


 
Posted by Korschy on Thursday, January 04, 2007 - 9:31 AM
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