{"product_id":"del-the-funky-homosapien-future-development","title":"Del The Funky Homosapien - Future Development","description":"\u003cp\u003eFuture Development is Del the Funky Homosapien’s third album and, following his departure from major label Elektra, his first solo full-length for his independent label, Hieroglyphics Imperium Recordings. Originally released on cassette in 1997, and later reissued on CD and vinyl in 2002, the album largely relied on in-house production from Del along with contributions from Hiero crew members A-Plus, Opio, and Toure. The only guest feature on the album is from crew member Casual, who joins Del on the energetic “Checking Out The Rivalry.”\u003cbr\u003eSonically, Future Development bridges the funk-heavy stylings of Del’s debut with the darker, more futuristic textures he explored on No Need for Alarm. Lyrically, Del refines his rapid-fire wordplay with sharper thematic focus, tackling life in Oakland, societal observations and hip-hop culture, all with a blend of humor, streetwise insight, and multi-syllabic dexterity. Ultimately, the album captures a snapshot of his progression from raw talent to a more conceptually matured songwriter. It remains a significant and under-appreciated chapter in Del’s evolution, showcasing early seeds of the creativity and independence that would come to define much of his career thereafter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RHYMESAYERS ENTERTAINMENT","offers":[{"title":"Indies Only Metallic Blue Vinyl 2LP","offer_id":54211535405398,"sku":"MRM-06187","price":35.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Indies Only Cassette","offer_id":54211535438166,"sku":"MRM-06189","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/6088\/9430\/files\/CAR_20260428_1735_173649_951_v_0826257047410_001.jpeg?v=1781617143","url":"https:\/\/monorailmusic.com\/products\/del-the-funky-homosapien-future-development","provider":"Monorail Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}