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Comedian Aries Spears recently shared his candid thoughts on the new joint album by Nas and DJ Premier, revealing he’s underwhelmed by the project. Despite being a longtime advocate of New York hip hop, Spears admitted he only skimmed the album after downloading it and felt none of the beats grabbed his attention immediately. He echoed Vlad’s sentiment that Premier, once a legendary beatmaker, hasn’t maintained the same impact in today’s music scene. Spears also weighed in on the challenge older artists face staying relevant, noting that even iconic musicians struggle to produce albums that resonate commercially in their later years. Interestingly, Spears addressed contemporary music, admitting he “never listens” to Taylor Swift and jokingly distanced himself from her fanbase. His reluctance shows a generational and stylistic gap in his music preferences. Overall, Spears’ critique underscores the difficulty veteran artists face adapting to evolving musical landscapes.
