Born to Mack: A Groundbreaking Debut In 1987, the rap world was introduced to a new voice that would shape the genre for decades to come. That voice belonged to Todd Anthony Shaw, better known by his stage name, Too $hort. His debut studio album, Born to Mack, was a...
E-40’s Bay Area Classic Few artists have been as consistently innovative and influential as E-40. Born Earl Stevens, the Vallejo, California native, has been a fixture in the rap game since the late 1980s. His 2006 album, My Ghetto Report Card, marked a significant moment in his career, a fusion...
Life Is…Too $hort: Classic Bay Area Rap Few albums have left as indelible a mark as Too $hort’s 1988 masterpiece, Life Is…Too $hort. With its potent blend of lyrical prowess and unique style, this seminal work resonates with audiences even after three decades. Let’s embark on an exploration of this...
Intro Who can forget UGK, the dynamic duo from Port Arthur, Texas, who set the world of Southern hip-hop on fire? Their 2007 classic album, Underground Kingz, remains a staple for any lover of deep beats and lyrical prowess. But there’s more to this tale – the recent colored vinyl...
Rediscover the timeless allure of Three 6 Mafia’s ‘Most Known Unknown’ with its vibrant colored vinyl reissue, an enduring classic brilliantly echoing the grit of Memphis hip-hop.
Spin it Back: De La Soul’s ‘Buhloone Mindstate’ Returns on Vinyl De La Soul’s “Buhloone Mindstate,” their 1993 seminal album, has just undergone a resplendent vinyl reissue, and it couldn’t be a more apt time to reflect on its merit and influence in the world of hip-hop. Boasting a capacious...