Collaborators
Substantial
Substantial (Stanley Robinson) is a Maryland-born, Virginia-based conscious rapper best known as Nujabes' most frequent collaborator. His work with the legendary Japanese producer spanned nearly a decade, creating timeless tracks like "Eclipse," "Waiting for the Clouds," and "Think Different." On inner light. OUTER SPACE., Substantial delivers the thesis statement across three masterful verses.
Masia One
Masia One is a Malaysian-Canadian rapper, singer, and producer known as the Far East Empress. With collaborations spanning Pharrell Williams, RZA, and Ghostface Killah, she's built a legacy bridging Southeast Asian hip-hop and global sound. On inner light. OUTER SPACE., she embodies the seduction that tempts us all.
George Azzi
George Azzi is a singer-songwriter based in Montreal, Canada, performing in both English and French. He brings his personal journey into his music through emotionally resonant songwriting. Drawing from classic influences across rock, pop, and folk, he places his acoustic roots in the soundscape of a full band, inviting listeners into an experience that is both intimate and fully realized. On "Footsteps," George steps outside his typical sonic zone to deliver the mentor's message.
(Photo credit: David Fabrega).
Jude
Jude is a Singaporean MC whose grounded delivery and sharp lyricism anchor the warnings on "Seas of Space." His verse reminds the protagonist (and the listener) that even hope carries shadows. A quiet force in Singapore's hip-hop scene, Jude's contribution grounds the album's cosmic journey in streetwise wisdom.
Taiyo Shirai
Taiyo Shirai is a Japanese-American lo-fi artist, songwriter, and sound engineer known for his introspective lyricism and downtempo production. He engineered and mastered inner light. OUTER SPACE., shaping the album's sonic landscape with precision and care. His songwriting also appears throughout the project, including "One Step Forward" and "Shadow of the Enchantress."
