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Seasoned Veteran
(more) »rank: 110406by: Richie Rich
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The Unseen
(more) »rank: 20675by: Quasimoto
:Album Description:Reissue of the first Quasimoto record PLUS the instrumentals in a 2CD set. Upon its release in 2000, The Unseen was heralded an indie hip-hop masterpiece, further establishing MADLIB as a conceptual genius, & influencing the likes of MF Doom, De La Soul, and a generation of blunt smokers. Absolutely essential for any fan of Madlib or Stones Throw.
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Hypocrisy Is the Greatest Luxury
(more) »rank: 44545by: Disposable Heroes Of Hiphoprisy
: :Although this group is long defunct, its one major recording will be fondly remembered for years--if not decades--to come. The Heroes consisted of rapper Michael Franti and percussionist Ron Tse; together, the San Francisco Bay area-based duo created a biting, politically savvy record that touched on both personal vulnerability and governmental venality. Franti used the microphone to preach about injustice, homophobia, materialism, and apathy. Although Public Enemy had long before established hip-hop's political potential, they never quite attained Franti's ability to translate black rage into universal themes. In the Heroes' best number, 'Television, the Drug of the Nation,' Franti raps, 'Imagination is sucked ...
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Safe & Sound
(more) »rank: 127823by: DJ Quik
: :Although this group is long defunct, its one major recording will be fondly remembered for years--if not decades--to come. The Heroes consisted of rapper Michael Franti and percussionist Ron Tse; together, the San Francisco Bay area-based duo created a biting, politically savvy record that touched on both personal vulnerability and governmental venality. Franti used the microphone to preach about injustice, homophobia, materialism, and apathy. Although Public Enemy had long before established hip-hop's political potential, they never quite attained Franti's ability to translate black rage into universal themes. In the Heroes' best number, 'Television, the Drug of the Nation,' Franti raps, 'Imagination is sucked ...
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Murray's Revenge
(more) »rank: 69112by: Murs, 9th Wonder
:Album Description:Murs is a famous rapper. A prominent figure in the hip-hop community for over a decade with his group, Living Legends, Murs has also released three solo projects and recorded albums with Slug of Atmosphere and 9th Wonder (Little Brother). This is his latest solo offering, an inspiring and action-packed release continuing the successful collaboration with longtime friend and famed producer 9th Wonder. 'Murs hooks grimy battle rhymes and urban realism to arty West Coast crunk' - Spin.
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Ice Cream Man
(more) »rank: 134936by: Master P
:Album Description:Murs is a famous rapper. A prominent figure in the hip-hop community for over a decade with his group, Living Legends, Murs has also released three solo projects and recorded albums with Slug of Atmosphere and 9th Wonder (Little Brother). This is his latest solo offering, an inspiring and action-packed release continuing the successful collaboration with longtime friend and famed producer 9th Wonder. 'Murs hooks grimy battle rhymes and urban realism to arty West Coast crunk' - Spin.
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Baby Got Back
(more) »rank: 57482by: Sir Mix-A-Lot
:Album Description:Murs is a famous rapper. A prominent figure in the hip-hop community for over a decade with his group, Living Legends, Murs has also released three solo projects and recorded albums with Slug of Atmosphere and 9th Wonder (Little Brother). This is his latest solo offering, an inspiring and action-packed release continuing the successful collaboration with longtime friend and famed producer 9th Wonder. 'Murs hooks grimy battle rhymes and urban realism to arty West Coast crunk' - Spin.
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Power in Numbers (Limited Edition w/ Bonus DVD)
(more) »rank: 128916by: Jurassic 5
: :Two years after Jurassic 5's debut album, Quality Control, proved that B-boy-oriented retro-rap doesn't have to be corny, the six-member crew (four MCs and two DJs) seems to be gearing up for the revolution. While fans of Quality Control's bright sound will still find much to enjoy here, J5's sophomore offering does a good job at extending their sound. Opening with 'Freedom,' a quiet yet focused call to action, Power in Numbers presents a slightly darker vision of hip-hop nirvana than the group offered first time around. In keeping with the album's title, J5 has also expanded its crew--Percy P. (of the early-'90s ...
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The Hip Hop Box
(more) »rank: 50774by: Various Artists
: :Who knew that 'Rapper's Delight' would kick-start the most thorough alteration of pop culture since rock & roll itself? Marking 25 years of commercial hip-hop recording, this four-CD set gathers dozens of key tracks for connoisseurs of every age. In fascinating fashion, it brings together early strains of party rap, gangsta styles, and socially conscious lyrics from a time when they happily coexisted, while showing a convincing grasp of later developments as far afield as Timbaland & Magoo and 50 Cent. (A lack of permissions no doubt accounts for the absence of Eminem, Missy, the Beasties, and Slick Rick.) Every fan, of course, ...
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The Mail Man
(more) »rank: 66779by: E-40
: :Who knew that 'Rapper's Delight' would kick-start the most thorough alteration of pop culture since rock & roll itself? Marking 25 years of commercial hip-hop recording, this four-CD set gathers dozens of key tracks for connoisseurs of every age. In fascinating fashion, it brings together early strains of party rap, gangsta styles, and socially conscious lyrics from a time when they happily coexisted, while showing a convincing grasp of later developments as far afield as Timbaland & Magoo and 50 Cent. (A lack of permissions no doubt accounts for the absence of Eminem, Missy, the Beasties, and Slick Rick.) Every fan, of course, ...
