Adorned with black and gold, the cover art for “…The 17th Cipher” reflects a regal original design by C Dyer Art & Design. Executive produced by Harmoni Equality, the compilation of 17 songs features production and vocals by some of the underground’s best kept secrets – except for the real ones who know.

In the compilation title, “17” represents “Queen” – also the name of the closing track. Featuring wisdom from Aida, Nejma Nefertiti, Tiye Phoenix & La Piri, “Queen” holds it down for the Queens, indeed.

It’s no secret that Skyzoo keeps the pen moving. With an album due out any day now, Zoo is never without a few features out there with some of your favorites. Produced by PANELS, “State of Mine” features hard-hitting verses Skyzoo, Liym Capital, RIM & J. Arrr.

Whenever the emcee-producer duo Numbz and Furious Stylez get together, it’s always a treat for their tribe of listeners and supporters. Numbz lends his production on “Outside” featuring MAR, Fresh Daily, and Ty Farris and “The Code.” Furious Stylez came through with production on “Unruly” with a verse from my peoples, Napoleon Da Legend. 

For some years, I’ve had the distinct pleasure of experiencing life through the creative lenses of Bub Rock, Flip Jackson, IAMGAWD, Jiggs, and Sunez Allah. Tap in with them on this album. Can’t wait to collect it on vinyl.

Download / listen to “Harmoni Equality presents… The 17th Cipher” on Bandcamp. Peace!