Yasiin Bey Continues To Merge With Talents Worth Hearing (Audio)

From Da Bush Babees to De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest to The Roots, Mos Def benefited hugely from veterans looking out, early in his career. Now in a position of major influence, Yasiin Bey (f/k/a Mos Def) is returning the favor.

The same month he looked out for Golden Rules, Yasiin looks out for veteran fusion (and longtime Okayplayer-endorsed) group from New Zealand, Electric Wire Hustle. “Marigolds” is a groove-driven track that builds its crescendo around Yasiin’s piercing vocals:

mosdef_26jan11_sbooth-27-bw

Related: Yasiin Bey Makes A Clutch Appearance Alongside The Vibrant Golden Rules (Lyric Video)