Binary Star - Binary Star 15 Year Anniversary Edition

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Review by Robert Robertson

Binary Star 15 Year Anniversary Edition: A Timeless Hip-Hop Gem Released in 2013, the Binary Star 15 Year Anniversary Edition is more than just a reissue; it’s a celebration of conscious hip-hop at its rawest and most authentic. Hailing from the US, Binary Star—backed by The Tyrant, who handled everything from recording to mastering—delivers an album that feels like flipping through old journal pages filled with sharp lyricism and unfiltered emotion. It’s not perfect, but maybe that’s what makes it so damn memorable. The genre tag "conscious hip-hop" might sound lofty, but this record lives up to the name without ever sounding preachy. Tracks like "New Hip Hop" hit hard because they don’t shy away from calling out the stale trends plaguing modern rap while still paying homage to its roots. You can feel the passion dripping off every bar, making you wanna nod your head and think twice about where the culture’s headed. Then there’s "Love Is Love," which flips the script entirely. It’s smooth yet gritty, offering a heartfelt take on relationships and loyalty. This track sticks with you—not for flashy production tricks, but because it feels real. Like, sit-on-your-porch-at-night-and-reflect real. What stands out here isn’t just the music itself, though. It’s how cohesive the whole thing feels despite being handled entirely by one person (shoutout to The Tyrant). Sure, some transitions between tracks could’ve been smoother, and yeah, a few beats repeat ideas a bit too much. But honestly? Those quirks kinda add to the charm. There’s something refreshing about hearing an album that doesn’t try to over-polish itself. Binary Star’s message-heavy approach might not be everyone’s cup of tea, especially if you’re looking for trap bangers or radio-friendly hooks. But if you dig thoughtful rhymes layered over boom-bap beats, this one’s worth your time. Listening to cuts like “Slang Blade” or “Big Bad Wolf,” you get the sense these guys weren’t chasing fame—they were just telling their truth. Here’s the kicker: even though this dropped ten years ago as of 2023, it still hits different today. Maybe it’s because we live in a world that craves honesty more than ever—or maybe it’s because good art ages well when it comes straight from the soul. Either way, Binary Star 15 Year Anniversary Edition proves that sometimes the best music doesn’t need bells and whistles—it just needs heart. And hey, fun fact: Glen Close has nothing to do with the track named after her. Or does she? Guess you’ll have to listen to find out.

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Artist: Binary Star
Album: Binary Star 15 Year Anniversary Edition
Rating: 4.5

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  • MP3 size: 38 mb
  • FLAC size: 577 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Love Is Love3:17
New Hip Hop3:53
Slang Blade2:38
NoitavO3:21
Wait3:27
Big Bad Wolf3:46
Glen Close3:02
Conquistador3:57
Thumper Aka The Caped Crusader Aka The King James Diversion5:11
Autocons Interlude1:27

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Formats

  • CD
  • EP
  • Digipak

Credits

RoleCredit
Recorded ByThe Tyrant (tracks: All)
Mixed ByThe Tyrant (tracks: All)
Mastered ByThe Tyrant (tracks: All)

Notes

15 Year Anniversary Edition.

About Binary Star

Binary Star is a hip-hop duo formed in 1998, composed of and . The pair met and formed the group during their time in Hiawatha Correctional Facility. As of March 2014, Senim Silla is retired from music. As of the 2017 Binary Star release 'Water World 3' Decompoze is an official group member.

Real Name

    • OneManArmy(aka One Be Lo) and Senim Silla

Members

  • Decompoze
  • Senim Silla
  • Nahshid Sulaiman

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Binary Star 15 Year Anniversary Edition* is a special hip-hop project that showcases true dedication to the craft. Every single track was recorded, mixed, and mastered by one person—The Tyrant. It’s like a one-man show behind the scenes! Released in 2013, this conscious hip-hop album brings raw creativity and personal effort to the forefront. Tracks like "Love Is Love" and "Big Bad Wolf" highlight the deep storytelling and thoughtful vibes Binary Star is known for. It’s inspiring to see such artistic control and vision packed into one release.