Ka

I've begun prepping some selections for my year-end best-of lists, and new things keep creeping into my favorites of the year, like the latest from the New York rapper and firefighter Ka.  Somehow, i failed to hear that the artist released a new record a couple of months ago with the absolutely astounding "The Thief Next to Jesus."  I also missed that the album is his swan song, as he unexpectedly passed away in October at the age of 52.  RIP Ka.  The new album is quite the statement to go out on though, a mix of gospel and hip-hop with the artist's hushed delivery and insight.  It's really something.  Listen to "Tested Testimony" below and download the album here or wherever you like to stream or download things.