Guante put out his original Conscious Is Not Enough mixtape in 2008, I believe. Now, the tape has been rerecorded, remixed, and presented with cool new artwork and a fancy Bandcamp link! My, how the times have changed.
All jokes aside, giving a listen to Conscious Is Not Enough 2011 is worth your time and effort. Guante is a rapper of the semi-rare breed whose artistic ambition matches or even occasionally exceeds his talent. He raps with a purpose, consistently delivering political and social messages but without sounding heavy-handed or preachy. His songs are thoughtful, effective, and still enjoyable. An artist who dedicates as much time and energy as he surely does to his craft deserves a listen in return. You'll probably enjoy the mixtape, and who knows? You might even learn a thing or two. Stream the tape below, or hit the link to download it. Shout out to Tru Ruts.
Lastly, keep in mind that the release of this mixtape coincides with the launch of Guante's MN Activist project. Please visit his website and see what it's all about.
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