Produced by
Dan the Automator (
Gorillaz), Jeune à la Retraite is the debut album from former
Saian Supa Crew member Samuel Adebiyi, aka, Féfé. Inspired by the likes of
Bob Marley,
Sam Cooke, and
Fela Kuti, the Nigerian-born French MC's 2009 release is a more eclectic affair than his previous collective's hip-hop output, taking in reggae, soul, Afro-beat and dancehall. Featuring the singles "Dans Ma Rue," "Vilain Petit Canard," and the title track, it also includes collaborations with
Patrice and
Sir Samuel. ~ Jon O'Brien