DJ Shadow Unveils “Nobody Speak Part 2” Amid 30th Anniversary Celebrations for Endtroducing…
DJ Shadow has released a revamped version of “Nobody Speak,” featuring Denzel Curry and TiaCorine, as part of preparations for the 30th anniversary of his seminal album Endtroducing….. The track, a reimagining of 2016’s The Mountain Will Fall collaboration with Run the Jewels, marks the latest chapter in the producer’s evolving career, according to Spin.
Reimagining a Classic with New Voices
The updated “Nobody Speak” retains the original’s aggressive blend of hip-hop and electronic music while adding verses from Denzel Curry and TiaCorine. The duo, both part of DJ Shadow’s multimedia project The Scythe, expand the track’s thematic scope, according to Billboard. The original 2016 version, featuring El-P and Killer Mike, became a cultural touchstone, earning RIAA gold certification and over 120 million Spotify streams.
Anniversary Celebrations Span Decades
The release coincides with a 10th-anniversary reissue of The Mountain Will Fall, set for later this year via Mass Appeal. Shadow also announced the Endtroducing….. 30th Anniversary Tour, a 20-date North American run launching Sept. 20. The tour will feature live performances of the 1996 album, which remains a cornerstone of instrumental hip-hop, as noted by Rolling Stone.
Orchestral Finale and Legacy
The celebrations will culminate in a Dec. 18 performance of Endtroducing….. with the BBC Symphony Orchestra at London’s Barbican. Tickets for the event sold out within two hours of release, highlighting the album’s enduring influence. Shadow’s evolution from sample-heavy collages to original compositions reflects his desire to “create music that felt more immediate,” as he told Spin in 2023.
Why It Matters
Endtroducing….. redefined instrumental hip-hop, blending jazz, funk, and electronic elements into a cohesive work. Its 30th-anniversary tour offers fans a rare chance to experience the album live, while “Nobody Speak Part 2” underscores Shadow’s ability to merge legacy with innovation. The collaboration with Curry and TiaCorine also signals his continued role as a curator of emerging talent in the genre.