Army of the Pharaohs Members, Gear & Sound

Genre

Hip Hop Political hip hop Underground hip hop Hardcore hip hop Horrorcore philly rap underground rap spiritual hip hop

Members

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DJ 7L

Roles:

Music Producer DJ

Groups:

Czarface 7L & Esoteric Bang Noyes Demigodz The Czar-Keys Rebel Alliance

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Stoupe the Enemy of Mankind

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Music Producer

Groups:

Jedi Mind Tricks

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Esoteric

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Rapper

Groups:

Czarface 7L & Esoteric Demigodz Rebel Alliance Force 5 East Coast Avengers

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Apathy

Roles:

Rapper Music Producer

Groups:

Demigodz Get Busy Committee

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Vinnie Paz

Roles:

Rapper

Groups:

Jedi Mind Tricks Heavy Metal Kings

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Block McCloud

Roles:

Singer Music Producer

No gear added

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V-Zilla

Roles:

Rapper

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Virtuoso

Roles:

Singer Rapper

Groups:

Rebel Alliance

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Chief Kamachi

Roles:

Rapper

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Crypt the Warchild

Roles:

Rapper

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Demoz

Roles:

Rapper

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Des Devious

Roles:

Rapper

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Doap Nixon

Roles:

Rapper

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Jus Allah

Roles:

Rapper

Groups:

Jedi Mind Tricks

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King Magnetic

Roles:

Rapper

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King Syze

Roles:

Rapper

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Reef the Lost Cauze

Roles:

Rapper

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Celph Titled

Roles:

Singer Music Producer

Groups:

The Bo$$ Hog Barbarian$ Demigodz

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About

Army of the Pharaohs is a formidable collective in the hip hop genre, particularly known for its blend of hardcore, political, and underground hip hop. The group originated in the late 1990s as a brainchild of Vinnie Paz, frontman of Jedi Mind Tricks. Initially featuring members like Bahamadia, Chief Kamachi, Virtuoso, and 7L & Esoteric, the lineup has evolved over time to include renowned artists such as Celph Titled, Reef the Lost Cauze, Apathy, and many others. Each member brings a unique flair to the ensemble, with Vinnie Paz's raw lyrical prowess, Celph Titled's sharp wordplay, and 7L's intricate production setting the stage for their dark and aggressive soundscapes.

How to Sound Like Army of the Pharaohs

Army of the Pharaohs crafts their music with a dark, aggressive, and gritty sonic palette. Their sound is characterized by hard-hitting beats and intricate lyricism, often exploring themes of spirituality, politics, and existentialism. The production frequently employs analogue filter modules like the Akai Professional MFC42 to give their tracks a raw, vintage texture. Drum machines such as the E-mu SP-1200 are integral to creating the punchy, rhythmic backbone of their tracks, while sampling remains a key element in their music, often layering haunting melodies over relentless beats. The use of the Akai MPC 2000XL further enhances their ability to craft complex, layered compositions that resonate with fans of the underground hip hop scene.

Discography

The Torture Papers

2006

Ritual of Battle

2007

In Death Reborn

2014

Heavy Lies the Crown

2014

The Unholy Terror (Crown Jewel Edition)

2020

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