After the New York underground outfit Natural Resource split in the late 1990s, Jean Grae took a few years to emerge and receive the proper industry recognition she deserved. Still, a substantial number of her solo recordings from the early 2000s failed to make it onto any LP. The Orchestral Files brings together the best of these cuts, showcasing Jean’s talents for wordy, intricate rhymes. The deluxe edition features a bonus disc that includes a miscellaneous collection of Jean’s many collaborations and appearances alongside such artists as Talib Kweli, Guru, Masta Ace, and Da Beatminerz.