Legendary Queens emcee Nas recently released his long-anticipated Time Is Illmatic documentary in theaters all across the U.S. for only a few screenings of the film. Nas went back to Queensbridge Housing Projects where he was raised and walked us through his entire childhood in a 74-minute film that captures how Illmatic, which is debatably one of the best Hip-Hop albums ever, came about and how he evolved as a rapper throughout the years. Since not everyone was lucky enough to catch the film while it was playing in theaters, Showtime picked it up to air on their channel. The film is set to air on Friday, December 12th at 9 PM. Check out the trailer for Time Is Illmatic below. After being able to experience the film in theaters, I am SO excited to watch it again. As a die-hard Nas fan, it was an amazing experience to see my favorite rapper detail his entire life on the big screen. If you think you are a Nas expert, I guarantee you that you will learn things from this film that you never knew about the Queens native! Definitely a must-see for not only Nas fans, but Hip-Hop heads in general due to the fact that Illmatic plays such a huge role in the culture.
(Photos) Nas Turns Up During Chicago Screening Of, “Time Is Illmatic”
As an ambassador, you know Nas had the Hennessy on deck. After he, Tribeca Film and Hennessy V.S. screened Time is Illmatic at The Venue in Hammond, Indiana, Nas took the drinks, music and fun to Chicago’s club Underground. The “New York State of Mind” rapper partied with his brother, Jungle, DJ Green Lantern and more. Hit up the gallery for Nas’ performance.
Nas ‘Time Is Illmatic’ Documentary To Air For Only ONE NIGHT In The U.S.
Nas has his fans beyond excited for the release of his documentary Time Is Illmatic about his classic Hip-Hop album, Illmatic. We’ve seen the trailer, but now we’re ready for the full thing! The mini-movie, which made it’s debut at the Tribeca Film Festival back in April, is set to hit over 40 theaters countrywide. Unfortunately, the project will only be airing for one day on October 2nd. However, there will be two special viewings on October 1st at one location in New York and one in Los Angeles The documentary features rare interviews from members of Nas’ family, people who helped construct Illmatic, plus much more. Make sure to get your tickets for the show now!
(Video) New Trailer Released For Nas’ Time Is Illmatic Documentary!
A few months back Nas debuted this documentary at the Tribeca Film Festival in NYC to mark the 20th anniversary of his debut album. Nas: Time Is Illmatic gives an in-depth look into the journey of Nasir Jones’ childhood, his musical influences, and how the streets of Queensbridge inspired the young rapper to craft a hip-hop classic. “It was trying to make the perfect album,” Nas says. “I gave you what the streets felt like, sounded like, tasted like.” Hit the jump to watch the new trailer and see the tour sate list to find out when Time Is Illmatic is coming to s city near you.
Nas Announces ‘Time Is Illmatic’ Fall Tour With Documentary Screenings
Beginning October 2nd in Rochester, NY at the Main Street Armony and ending up in Oakland, California’s Fox Theatre on October 19th is Nas’ Time is Illmatic tour. Setting out to perform classics from the 10-tracked album, Illmatic. As a bonus, the Brooklyn rapper will showcase a documentary screening of, Nas: Time is Illmatic. This shall be DOPE! Hit the jump to check out the dates.
Nas Says He Wanted Nothing To Do With The “Time Is Illmatic” Documentary
The “Time Is Illmatic” documentary is set to be released in theatres and on-demand this coming October and it turns out that it wasn’t easy for the makers of the documentary to convince Nas to be a part of it. In an interview with Charlie Rose on PBS, Nasir shared how until he saw the hard work that One9 and Eric Parker (the makers of the documentary) put into it, he wanted “nothing to do with it.”
