New music: Kanye West - Power

guardian.co.uk/music

Friday, 28 May 2010

The rapper returns with a prog-rock sampling new single

Ever since Kanye West went off for a bit of a brood after making a massive tit of himself at the MTV awards, we've missed his big mouth. Fortunately, it seems the rapper has returned (from recording in Hawaii, apprently) with new song Power, which features an unlikely sample from King Crimson's 21st Century Schizoid Man. But was it worth the wait? Have a listen and let us know what you think.

Kanye West – Power (Via Nah Right)

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Friday, 28 May 2010

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