Available for a limited time: The QR Code action figure set with your choice of a cassette or Cd, a tote bag, Q-Unique & Rhettmatic patch set, 1 QR code and 1 Comic Con Nerd Sh*t poster
Featuring: ILL BILL, DJ Eclipse & Nems
Produced by: Ayatollah, Sicknature, Stu Bangas, Skammadix, T Cheep, Lecs Beats, Illinformed Beats, DJ Matvey and Q-Unique
Arsonists alumni Q-Unique can always be counted on to bring through the amped-up mic skills. The Brooklyn MC’s fourth solo project starts with the booming “Look Up In The Sky,” where he bigs up his rap-rock connections—“I’m tatted up and I’m on the road with Korn”—before signing off in superhero terms: “Capital Q, Brooklyn, look up in the sky!” The energy and intensity continue via a couple of collaborations with Ill Bill—the eerie “No Country For Old Men” and the dramatic, string-powered “Cult Leader & Capital”—along with the discordant modern borough shoutout “Brooklyn Stomp.” -Phillip Mlynar
In an era where trends come and go and originality is often overlooked, Q-Unique and DJ Rhettmatic return with The QR Code—a project rooted in the principles that built hip-hop from the ground up.
The title, The QR Code, represents more than a clever play on words. It pays tribute to the code that artists once lived by: be original, stay authentic, respect the culture, and never follow the crowd. Before social media dictated trends, there was an unwritten code that separated innovators from imitators. This album is a celebration of that mindset.
Uniting different coasts through undeniable chemistry, Q-Unique and DJ Rhettmatic prove that real hip-hop transcends geography. Their collaboration delivers razor-sharp lyricism, soulful production, and timeless beats that honor the culture while pushing it into new territory.
Adding even more depth to the project is an incredible lineup of featured artists, including LMNO of the legendary group Visionaries, Mecc Rashawn from QN5 Music, Esoteric (of Czarface), Sonny Sandoval of the multi-platinum rock band P.O.D., and elite lyricists Pharoahe Monch and Ras Kass. Each guest brings a distinct voice and perspective, reinforcing the album’s commitment to individuality and authentic artistry.
The QR Code isn’t chasing trends—it’s setting a standard. It’s a reminder that hip-hop was built on originality, integrity, and the courage to stand apart. This is music for listeners who appreciate substance over hype and craftsmanship over imitation.
No gimmicks. No copies. Just two artists, one code, and a powerful collection of songs that embody the past, present, and future of real hip-hop.