Rakaa, one third of world-renowned hip-hop crew Dilated Peoples, is proud to present Crown of Thorns, his debut solo album. Produced by fellow Dilated members Evidence and DJ Babu with guest production by The Alchemist, El-P, !llmind, Exile, Sid Roams, King Jahzzy, dj honda and Eric Bobo & DJ Rhettmatic. Guest vocalists include, Defari, Chali 2na, Fashawn, Aloe Blacc, and the legendary KRS-ONE.