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The vinyl includes a cutout TV screen cover and pull out 2- channel lenticular that allows fans to reenact the channel switch moment that inspired the project. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Features dreamy production reminiscent of the golden era of hip-hop. Anakin flows effortlessly over the beats, with a flow that's both aggressive and somehow calming ... an exciting new album from one of the best rappers in the underground.\" - HotNewHipHop \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFly Anakin is a rapper from Richmond, Virginia, described by Madlib as \"one of the illest MCs\". 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