Hip-hop Heavyweights "Shauk" the underground ShaukTrupe is again likely to dent the UnderGround.Perm's production remains a foundation of skill, far too eclectic and ultimately far too interesting for the mainstream markets. Musically Shaktrupe is a highly-energised fusion of swaggering eclectic rhythms, intresting melodies and pounding hip-hop beats. This album finds Da Paleprophet in his most creative phase to date, actively embracing the group's cultural and musical roots. Try mixing Buena Vista Social Club, Caravana and the Wu Tang Klan; add a couple of axe wielding maniacs and you'll begin to understand Da Paleprohet's ability to seamlessly cross musical and cultural boundaries has always helped to set ST apart from the Hip-hop crowds and, as ever, the high points of The Trupe are largely tied to the pinnacles of Perms' creativity along with the madman The Inflictsta. The album really comes alive.