Under the darkness of the Black Sky, Public Enemy returns to shed light. After a five-year hiatus, the legendary duo Chuck D and Flavor Flav return with a thunderous statement: a brand-new Public Enemy album that reaffirms their place as one of the most vital voices in hip-hop history

Known for pioneering politically charged rap since the late '80s, Public Enemy continues to wield their mic like a megaphone for the people, blending righteous fury with razor-sharp analysis of a world in turmoil. From their groundbreaking debut Yo! Bum Rush the Show to the seismic It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, the group has always been more than music--it's been a movement.

This new release is no exception. From the blistering opening track "Siick," which diagnoses the sickness infecting modern society, to the devastating critique of gun violence in "March Madness," Public Enemy sounds as urgent and uncompromising as ever. Chuck D's commanding baritone delivers truth with surgical precision, while Flavor Flav injects energy and raw emotion into every verse and hook. The production is as rugged and shapeshifting as the times: boom-bap grit meets digital dissonance, turning every beat into a battleground.

More than three decades into their career, Public Enemy remains unafraid to speak truth to power, challenge injustice, and wake the masses. This album isn't just a comeback -- it's a reminder that the red, Black, and green machine still roars, stronger and more necessary than ever.

TRACK LISTING

Siick
Confusion (Here Come The Drums)
What Eye Said / C'mon Get Down
Evil Way
Sexegenarian Vape
Messy Hens
Fools Fool Fools (Dirty Drums Mixx)
Public Enemy Comin Throoooo
Ageism
...The Hits Just Keep On Comin...
March Madness

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Back in 1998, RZA had already cemented his status as Wu-Tang Clan's man behind the boards, producing the entirety of the group's respective solo albums - When it came to his own breakout moment, the producer opted to introduce the world to Bobby Digital, a cartoonish, hedonistic mad-rapping alter ego and grew so fond of the character that he released another album under the moniker before finally delivering 2003's “Birth of a Prince” as the RZA.

Now it seems Bobby Digital is back in the picture and potentially set to square up with his host.

The new album features the hard-hitting single, “Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater”. According to a press release, DJ Scratch handles production on the album. ‘Giving Scratch the reins as a producer and me taking the reins as an MC, that's what frees me up creatively and lets me play more with lyrical gags and lyrical flows because I don't have to be focused on everything’, RZA explained in a statement.

It's as moody and visceral as you’d expect, laced with a kind of weird, dark humour and joint-inflated pomp and swagger as the two MCs attempt to out-do each other line on line. It’s brave, outlandish and riddled with attitude. The beats are tight, freewheeling and brimming with tension. 

TRACK LISTING

RZA Vs. Bobby Digital
Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater
Pugilism
Never Love Again
Fate Of The World
Fisherman
Kaiju

Punk The Capital: Building A Sound Movement A Documentary Tracing The Birth Of Punk-rock In Washington D.C. (1976-1983) Featuring Bad Brains, Minor Threat, Void, Rites Of Spring And More, With Interviews From Henry Rollins, Ian MacKaye, H.R., Jello Biafra, Joe Keithley And Many Others. Includes 50+ Minutes Of Bonus Shorts With Scream, Void, The Cramps And The Slickee Boys.

When Punk Rock Erupted In Washington D.C., It Was A Mighty Convergence Of Powerful Music, Friendships And Clear Minds. This Film Is The First To Explore The Incredible Challenges That This Subculture Faced When It Took Root In The Nations Capital In The Late 1970s.

Punk The Capital Situates D.C. Punk Within The Larger Narratives Of Rock N Roll, Working As A Powerful Multi-layered Story For Both Fans And Non-fans Of Punk Rock. Featuring Musicians Such As Bad Brains, Henry Rollins, Ian MacKaye And Jello Biafra, This Film Dives Deep Into The Ideas And Sounds From This Transformative Music Scene Which Continues To Be Influential Culturally And Politically Around The World.

Created By James June Schneider (co-director, Editor), Paul Bishow (co-director) And Sam Lavine (associate Producer, Co-editor), Punk The Capital Was Theatrically Released In The US Last Month And Garnered Rave Reviews From The Press And Fans Alike. Many Of The Screenings Became Special Events, With Q&As With The Directors And Pete Stahl Of Scream, Chris Stover Of Void, Nicky Thomas Of Fire Party, Curator/publisher Roger Gastman And Hudley Flipside Of Flipside Fanzine, Just To Name A Few.

Schneider States: The Final Version Of Our Film That Were Releasing Now Is Just The Intense Tip Of The Iceberg Our First Cut Was 7 Hours Long. In The End, We Wound Up Focusing On The Untold And Improbable Story Of Punk Rocks Beginnings In Washington D.C., That Happened Concurrently With Cities Across The Western World. We Took A Lot Of Our Extra Material That Otherwise Might Never Have Been Seen And Edited It Together To Make Short Films That Will Be In The Bonus Section On The DVD. One Of The Shorts Focuses On The Band Scream And Their Family Connections To D.C.s Legendary 1960s Garage Band Scene.

As We Roll The Film Out, Weve Been Blown Away By The Positive Response Not Just From Fans Of Punk And D.C. Punk Who See And Hear A Lot Of Unseen Material. Weve Also Heard From A Lot Of People Even Up To 90 Years Old Who Didnt Really Like Punk But Nonetheless Love The Film. Were Glad To See That Punk The Capital Works On A Lot Of Levels And Are Hoping That It Will Reach A Broad Audience Since The DIY Ideas Highlighted In The Film About The D.C. Punk Scene Go Well Beyond The Music.

Punk The Capital Will Be Released On DVD In The US For Record Store Day On June 12 Via Passion River And In The UK For Record Store Day On July 26 Via Wienerworld. A Portion Of All DVDs Sold Through Dischord Records Will Go To The D.C. Charity We Are Family.

As An Added Bonus, The Discs Contain 50+ Minutes Of Short Films From The Archives Of Punk The Capital:

Scream Meets The Hangmen: Featuring All Of Scream Including Dave Grohl

Void And Friends: A Portrait Of The Cult Hardcore Band From The D.C. Suburbs

The Seminal WGTB Concert: The Legendary First Punk Concert For So Many D.C. Kids, The Cramps And Total Chaos

The Slickee Boys: Extra Material On The Band Who Got D.C. Punk Off The Ground Circa 1976