Elzhi

By the time his 2008 solo debut "The Preface" was released, Elzhi was already recognized as one of hip-hop’s most gifted lyricists. The Detroit emcee was still a member of 𝙎𝙡𝙪𝙢 𝙑𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙚 at the time, having replaced hip-hop icon 𝙅 𝘿𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙖 in the legendary group earlier that decade.
"The Preface" showcases Elzhi’s undeniable talent and impressive creative flair, foreshadowing the exciting solo career that would follow. With a young Black Milk supplying pounding, drum-heavy production on 13 of the album's 16 tracks, Elzhi’s dense verses electrify the mic, announcing the arrival of a truly special artist.