In 2007, Madlib began releasing music under the moniker Quizzow, a character he created to explore a more experimental sound. This led to a series of albums, including Quizzow (2007), Champion Sound: Day of the Dogg (2008), and Champion Sound: The King of Hip Hop (2008).
In the last decade, Madlib has refined his sound, revisited old aliases, and continued to release high-quality work at a pace that defies logic. Madlib Discography
You cannot discuss Madlib without this masterpiece. Crafted via the "fax machine" method (DOOM would rap over MP3s, mail them back), this album is the Pet Sounds of underground hip-hop. From the chaotic loop of "Accordion" to the noir of "All Caps," this is essential listening. In 2007, Madlib began releasing music under the
These texts analyze Madlib’s work through the lenses of African American studies, copyright law, and aesthetic theory. "The Many Faces of Madlib: Authorship and Identity
"The Many Faces of Madlib: Authorship and Identity in Hip-Hop"
"Deconstructing the 'Chopped and Screwed' Aesthetic: Hearing Time in J Dilla and Madlib"
"Copyright, Creativity, and the Golden Age of Sampling"