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Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Mood Clear Red Vinyl Edition

Nayt

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Columbia)

33,24 €* 34,99 € -5%

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Navi The North Presents: Beat Barbarian Volume 2

Navi The North

LP | 2024 | US | Original (Northstar / Type A Rec)

34,99 €*

LP | 2021 | CA | Original (Nature Sounds)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Embark on a sonic odyssey with ‘Beat Barbarian 2’, the second electrifying hip-hop compilation by Toronto’s maestro producer, NAvi the North. This double vinyl album seamlessly fuses beats and verses from a diverse array of global talents, creating a magnetic journey through the vibrant tapestry of hip hop. As the rhythms pulse through each track, listeners will be captivated by the collaboration of incredible artists from around the world. The experience doesn’t end with the vinyl; it expands into the digital realm with an included download, while the limited edition tape, curated in a sound bombing style mix by DJ Die Empty, adds an extra layer of exclusivity to this musical masterpiece.

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Navi The North

Beat Barbarian Volume 1

27,99 €*

2LP | 2020 | US | Original (XO)

Release: 2021 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Beat Barbarian Vol.1 is the debut studio album by Canadian hip hop producer nAvi the North. It is the first instalment of the compilation series.

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Nav

Good Intentions

49,99 €*

Release: 2020 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Demons Protected By Angels

Nav

CD | 2022 | US | Original (Republic)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Nautilus / Anna Sato & Toshiyuki Sasaki

Jump Around / Rokucho White Vinyl Edition

7" | 2022 | EU | Original (Oonops Drops)

14,99 €*

Release: 2022 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Everyone knows the iconic Hip Hop anthem »Jump Around«. What about giving it the ultimate cover version twist by Japanese Jazz Trio Nautilus plus international artists Luvit from Japan, Flip (Texta) from Austria, Spax from Germany and MC Yinka from Greece who are spitting their rhymes in four different languages over it plus vinyl digger and producer Glueset who edited it to the perfect version? It took more than one year to get this project finished!

The flip side starts with the original version of »Rokucho«, a beautiful traditional Japanese song with dilla-esque beats by experienced Japanese singer Anna Sato and drummer Toshiyuki Sasaki from Nautilus. After that their song gets remixed by Berlin based duo Slick Walk (Merse & DJ Robert Smith) who give it a mysterious chopped up and laid back treatment to full effect.

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Poverty's Paradise 25th Anniversary Edition

2LP | 1996 | Reissue (Tommy Boy)

36,99 €*

Release: 1996 / Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Naughty By Nature Blue & Yellow Splatter Vinyl Edition

2LP | 1991 | CZ | Reissue (Tommy Boy)

Release: 1991 / CZ – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Hip Hop Hooray / Written On Ya Kitten

7" | 2024 | US | Original (Tommy Boy)

12,99 €*

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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19 Naugthy III 30th Anniversary Edition

2CD | 1992 | US | Reissue (Tommy Boy)

23,99 €*

Release: 1992 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Despite an excellent debut album, "Naughty By Nature" was pegged as a one-hit wonder by some, after all, they'd never duplicate the inescapably catchy "O.P.P.". But when 19 Naughty III was released on February 23, 1993 with the lead single "Hip Hop Hooray, " the group proved that they could recreate that magic. Celebrating it's 30th Anniversary this year, the album has been certified platinum and "Hip Hop Hooray" has become a hip hop anthem. The single was #1 on the charts, earning the band their second Top 10 hit, with the video directed by Spike Lee, featuring appearances from Tupac Shakur, Run-DMC and more. The album also contains the hits "Written on Ya Kitten" and "It's On" and has guest appearances from Heavy D and Queen Latifah. Production was handled entirely by group member KayGee, who has one foot in the clubs and the other one on the street corner, and that's true of the group as a whole.

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19 Naughty III 30th Anniversary Orange Vinyl Edition

LP | 1992 | CA | Reissue (Tommy Boy)

CD | 2006 | US | Original (Nature Sounds)

Release: 1992 / CA – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Nature Sounds presents:

Natural Selection

14,99 €*

Release: 2006 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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12 new & exclusive tracks by Masta Killa, Pete Rock, MF Doom & Ghostface ...

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Lost Demos And Instrumentals EP

12" | 2012 | UK | Original (Chopped Herring)

39,99 €*

Release: 2012 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: Near Mint, Cover: Near Mint

Black and silver vinyl.

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Death Comes In 3s White & Black Splattered Vinyl Edition

LP | 2020 | EU | Original (Hip Hop Enterprise)

20,79 €* 31,99 € -35%

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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With so many ways to release new music in recent years (besides the traditional method of the “standard” album) Natural Elements decided to begin releasing 3 Song EPs starting in 2018. These 3 volumes were released solely via digital streaming service platforms and became known as their “Death Comes in 3s” series.

Now for the first time, the “Death Comes in 3s” Deluxe Edition is now available on Vinyl & CD through ‘NE4LIFEnt’ in collaboration with Belgium based label ‘Hip-Hop Enterprise’! The “Death Comes in 3s” vinyl edition includes the original 9 tracks from the compilation of the three Volumes of ‘Death Comes In 3s’ as well an exclusive bonus track. The ‘Vroom NEmix’ is the remix to the original ‘Vroom’ solo track released by group member Swigga f.k.a. L-Swift.

The vinyl edition will be limited to 500 total copies, and will come in 2 colored versions of 150 copies each (one will be exclusive to Hhv) and 200 standard black copies.

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Death Comes In 3s Split Black & White Vinyl Edition

LP | 2020 | EU | Original (Hip Hop Enterprise)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Death Comes In 3s Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 2020 | EU | Original (Hip Hop Enterprise)

28,99 €*

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2020 | EU | Original (Hip Hop Enterprise)

Death Comes In 3s

16,99 €*

7" | 2023 | UK | Original (Scenic Route)

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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With so many ways to release NEw music in recent years (besides the traditional method of the “standard” album) Natural Elements decided to begin releasing 3 Song EPs starting in 2018. These 3 volumes were released solely via digital streaming service platforms and became known as their “Death Comes in 3s” series.

Now for the first time, the “Death Comes in 3s” Deluxe Edition is NOW Available on Vinyl & CD through ‘NE4LIFEnt’ in collaboration with Belgium based label ‘Hip-Hop Enterprise’! The “Death Comes in 3s” vinyl edition includes the original 9 tracks from the compilation of the three Volumes of ‘Death Comes In 3s’ as well an exclusive bonus track. The ‘Vroom NEmix’ is the remix to the original ‘Vroom’ solo track released by group member Swigga f.k.a. L-Swift.

The vinyl edition will be limited to 500 total copies, and will come in 2 colored versions of 150 copies each (one will be exclusive to HHV.de) and 200 standard black copies.

The “Death Comes in 3s” CD includes the same 10 tracks as the vinyl BUT will have an extra 11th track on top! ‘DroNEs’ is dedicated to the legendary Hip-Hop group 'The Roots' who they have toured with and have done various legendary live freestyles with throughout the years. The CD edition will be limited to only 350 copies and once they are gone that’s it!

This 11 track project contains production by Charlemagne (Natural Elements original long time producer) as well as J. Armz, Haydn Davies and GxBxT. Natural Elements’ vibe and cohesion is still as amazing as 25 years ago, and more importantly they are staying true to their style which made them fan favorites from the get go. Order Yours Today!

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Natty Wylah

Moth Wings / Fb Trap

LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Dezi-Belle)

Release: 2023 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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This year Natty Wylah has been cementing himself in London’s rich contemporary music scene with festival performances at Glastonbury, We Out Here with Silhouettes Project and a headline Southbank show as part of Nabihah Iqbal’s ‘Glory To Sound’ series. As well as contributions to Rhythm Sections, compilation ‘Shouts’ all in the run up to his next EP, Willowisp. Moth Wings / FB Trap is the perfect introduction to Natty’s world where magic, slime and reality all mix together. With his cinematic lyrics on MothWings, Natty conjures up the imagery of celestial moths, who when seeking the moonlight end up stuck chasing flickering artificial light bulbs. The track features the unmistakable characteristics of Natty’s sound: traipsing across hip-hop, the psychedelic and punk, all adorned with ethereal vocals and woozy synths from Poppy and Finn Billingham. Moth Wings/FB Trap are the first tracks available to listen to from his debut EP, Willowisp. Taking its name from a painting by Jamaican artist John Dunkley based on the myth of Will-’o-the-wisp, a ghost light seen by travelers over bogs and swamps at night that often led them to their demise. This world of light and dark is expressed by Natty throughout the EP, questing through the unknown forest in the dark, wet air and moss, in order to move past constraints and to find freedom.

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Natse

Loner Art

28,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited edition of 50 copies.

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The Nativez Are Restless Transparent W/ Splatter Vinyl Edition

2LP | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Most wanted)

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Most Wanted Records presents for the first time on wax (Double LP)

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The Nativez Are Restless Marbled Vinyl Edition

2LP | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Most wanted)

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Most Wanted Records presents for the first time on wax (Double LP)

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The Nativez Are Restless Black Vinyl Edition

2LP | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Most wanted)

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Most Wanted Records presents for the first time on wax (Double LP)

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CD | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Most Wanted)

The Nativez Are Restless

21,99 €*

The God LP White & Grey Ecovinyl Edition

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Officially reissued and distributed by MWR!

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Natia

LP | 2020 | EU | Original (FXCK RXP)

26,59 €* 27,99 € -5%

Nathaniel Merriweather Presents Lovage

Release: 2020 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 100 copies on white/grey shaded ecovinyl.

So, you might have two questions.

1. What is ecovinyl?

If a records get pressed in different colorways, chemics are used to clean up the machine and interrupt the process. When using the ecovinyl way, those chemics are not used and the next color balls are just thrown in close to the finish of the colorway that is pressed before. In this case they pressed black before white, so the vinyl will not be 100% white but each vinyl will be unique thanks to the process. So the first record pressed as white will have a big black influence and will turn out partly black, grey, white, the last one will be entirely white.

2. Who is Natia The God?

Raised in North Inglewood on the Wu bible, but blessed with a musicality that fits into the sound of the new West Coast, Natia sounds starkly apart.

The "Natia the God LP" blends raw stab-you-in-your-nosebone raps with weary haunted melodies — ones that possess the weird beauty that indie singer songwriters disappear into the forest for six months to try to find.

Highly recommended if you love Purple Tape-era Raekwon and Ghostface, early Eminem and the wild blunt haze griminess of Redman. But there’s only one Natia.

"An LA Hip-Hop Masterpiece" - LA Taco

"An adept rapper bringing to life grimy East Coast sensibilities with immutable West Coast zeal...an inventor of solutions in the face of strife."- DJ Booth

"13 tracks that help make up what the well-rounded emcee calls “his Illmatic.” - 2 Dope Boyz

"Natia skillfully blends ’90s-esque, wordplay-forward rap with some more modern sonic sensibilities and a gift for vivid, street-centric storytelling with an off-kilter eye for detail." - Uproxx

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Music To Make Love To Your Old Lady By Instrumental Version Red Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2001 | US | Reissue (Bulk)

Nathaniel Merriweather Presents Lovage Avec Michael Patton & Jennifer Charles

Release: 2001 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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You knew they would be reissued, too, right? So here they are, the instrumentals. Opaque red vinyl edition. While stock lasts, we won't get more copies after this.

“Lovage” is defined as “an herb that is said to be a benefit for relieving abdominal pains due to gastrointestinal gas…also touted to reduce flatulence when consumed as a tea.” But when placed in the able hands of sonic mastermind Dan “The Automator” Nakamura, recording under the guise of musical lothario Nathaniel Merriweather, the result is a concept album of “music to make love to your old lady by.”

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Music To Make Love To Your Old Lady By Black Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2001 | US | Reissue (Bulk)

Music & Me Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2001 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance, Pop

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Finally reissued for all those that can't spend three digit amounts for the original pressing. A true gem.
“Lovage” is defined as “an herb that is said to be a benefit for relieving abdominal pains due to gastrointestinal gas…also touted to reduce flatulence when consumed as a tea.” But when placed in the able hands of sonic mastermind Dan “The Automator” Nakamura, recording under the guise of musical lothario Nathaniel Merriweather, the result is a concept album of “music to make love to your old lady by.” With the help of collaborators such as Mike Patton (vocals), Jennifer Charles (vocals) and Kid Koala (turntables), Merriweather serves as your personal guide to the sensual side of life, painting a satirical, darkly funny portrait of love and sex with left-field hip-hop and instrumentals as only he can do.

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Nate Dogg

2LP | 2001 | EU | Reissue (Music On Vinyl)

Nata Montana Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2001 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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After the silver edition has had a huge success reminding everyone of the greatness that Nate Dogg came up with, it is now pressed on black vinyl.

• 180 GRAM AUDIOPHILE VINYL
• INCLUDES INSERT WITH LYRICS
• FEATURES THE HIT SINGLE “I GOT LOVE”
• GUEST APPEARANCES BY DR. DRE, KURUPT, LIL’ MO, SNOOP DOGG, FABOLOUS, XZIBIT AND LUDACRIS A.O.
• BLACK VINYL

The American rap artist Nate Dogg earned the nickname of “King Of Hooks” after providing guest vocals for a multitude of hit rap songs between 1992 and 2007. He began his career as a member of 213, but recorded three successful solo albums in total, including the 2001 album Music & Me. The album was led by the single “I Got Love”, which remains one of his biggest hits to this day, alongside the title track. The album featured guest appearances by Dr. Dre, Xzibit, Kurupt, Fabolous, Ludacris, Pharoahe Monch and Snoop Dogg amongst others. It peaked at #3 on the Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums Chart.

Music & Me is available on black vinyl and includes an insert with lyrics.

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Natanael Cano

LP | 2024 | US | Original (Warner)

37,99 €*

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Mass Appeal)

Ultra Black

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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The World Is Yours Black Vinyl Edition

7" | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Mr Bongo)

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Straight out the gate, Nas dropped a classic. Since the release of the seminal ‘Illmatic’ album in 1994, critics and fans have been wondering if Nas peaked too early and if anything in his subsequent catalogue could be held up against this masterpiece. To be fair, it’s hard to follow up something this flawless, a project that allied his most insightful, pitch-perfect heartfelt rhymes with the work of the best hip-hop producers on the east coast.

DJ Premier, Q-Tip from A Tribe Called Quest and Large Professor all take their turns on the album, along with the unsung L.E.S., but it’s Pete Rock in his prime who provides the stunning backdrop for the cinematic ‘The World is Yours’. It’s a perfect nugget of a single, weaving in the brashness of Scarface, the repetition of a snatch of T La Rock’s early Def Jam gem ‘It’s Yours’ and piano courtesy of Ahmad Jamal’s ‘I Love Music’ from his own timeless ‘The Awakening’ album (1970).

Presented for the first time on 7”, the vocals of the album version and the instrumental on the flip provide the perfect opportunity to enjoy and compare the work of two masters at the top of their game. Pete Rock’s seamless weaving of disparate samples into a compelling whole, the then little-known Nas’ statement of intent. With a maturity beyond his tender years, Nas put himself straight at the top of the pile, this Queensbridge chronicle hinting at the ambition and greatness he harboured within himself.

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The Lost Tapes Black Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2002 | EU | Reissue (Sony Legacy)

Release: 2002 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Lost Tapes is widely regarded as one of Nas' most important albums showcasing his raw lyrical talent and creative genius. This compilation features such stand out tracks as “Doo Rags,” “U Gotta Love It,” and “My Way” among others. The newly remastered 2LP set features all the original tracks from 2002’s original release pressed on premium quality black vinyl with full-color labels featuring classic Nas artwork. Whether you're a die-hard Nas fan or a lover of classic hip-hop, The Lost Tapes is an essential Nas record.

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The Lost Tapes 20th Anniversary Purple Swirl & Smoke Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2002 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

Release: 2002 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Lost Tapes originally released on September 23, 2002, is a compilation of Nas tracks he recorded from 1998 to 2001 during the recording sessions of I AM.. and Stillmatic. Several of the cuts were leaked and circulated on mixtapes, but were never properly mastered or commercially released until compiled for The Lost Tapes. The album features production by The Alchemist, L.E.S., Poke and Tone, Rockwilder, D-Dot and Precision.

When The Lost Tapes was finally released, it instantly made waves. Even with its collection of already-recorded and unused material, it managed to be cohesive and profound, propelling it to reach the status of a classic album. The Lost Tapes marked a crucial time in Nas’ discography, serving as a precursor to his 2003 album God’s Son. His development as an artist was certainly prominent during the making of The Lost Tapes, which allowed him to flourish and become one of the most successful and highly regarded hip-hop artists of all time.

Get On Down is proud to present this limited edition 20 year anniversary pressing of The Lost Tapes for the first time on vinyl since its original release in 2002.

Outside of the US only available at HHV.

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The Lost Tapes 20th Anniversary Purple Swirl & Smoke Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2002 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

39,89 €* 41,99 € -5%

Release: 2002 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2002 | US | Original (Columbia)

The Lost Tapes

119,99 €*

Release: 2002 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG+

US original.
Sleeve has few creases.
LPs have light surface marks.

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2LP | 2016 | US | Original (Columbia / Legacy)

The Essential Nas

Release: 2016 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Insane collection! 19 timeless classics collected on a essential double disc!

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Stillmatic Silver Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2001 | CA | Reissue (Get On Down)

34,99 €*

Release: 2001 / CA – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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2023 silver vinyl pressing.

Few hip-hop artists have achieved the same level of critical acclaim and praise that 90s veteran and Queens native Nasir "Nas" Jones has. Across his over 25-year career he has been ranked as one of the greatest rap performers and lyricists by MTV, The Source, and Complex, among other publications, all while selling over 30 million records worldwide, and releasing eight consecutive platinum albums. In particular, his 1994 debut Illmatic is hailed as a paragon of underground hip-hop, a turning point in East Coast rap's development, and one of the all-time greatest debut albums in general.
Though Nas' artistic legacy is without question, it was not always the case; if Nas had flourished during the mid-90s, he had stumbled clumsily while transitioning into the 00's. After achieving universal praise via Illmatic and commercial success with its' follow-up It Was Written, Nas' next few releases were considered inconsistent and lackluster compared to the critical one-two punch they followed. During this time period he had abandoned the socially-conscious and philosophical topics that made him a critical darling in favor of more commercially viable gangsta rap. Though he maintained a chart presence for much of the late-90s, review scores began to dwindle, and his status among the hip-hop community was thrown into question.
This would change in 2001 with the release of Nas' fifth studio full-length, which made the effort to re-establish him as a legitimate artist. Eschewing the pop-friendliness he'd found success with, Nas instead opted to return to the underground style he came up in, with tracks about American politics, ghetto life, and social upheaval. Perhaps sensing this need to return to his roots, he titled the album Stillmatic, a clear and present reference (and sequel of sorts) to Illmatic.
The ploy worked perfectly; Stillmatic was hailed by critics as a stunning comeback, and a brilliant return to form, earning rave reviews from rap outlets such as The Source and HipHopDX as well as from more mainstream publications as The Rolling Stone and The Village Voice. Praise was heaped upon the complexity and introspective nature of Nas' lyrical content, the top-tier production from veterans like Large Professor, DJ Premier, L.E.S., and Trackmasters, and hard-hitting guest appearances from AZ, Mary J. Blige, and Amerie.
Stillmatic would see release on December 18th of 2001, right as Nas was caught in the middle of a highly publicized feud with fellow New York rapper Jay-Z. As such, the record features one of the feud's most intense apexes in the form of its second track "Ether", a ruthless Ron Browz-produced diss track. A response to Jay-Z's own diss "Takeover", "Ether" savaged the Brooklyn-native, accusing him of brown-nosing to get ahead, of plagiarizing earlier rappers such as Notorious B.I.G. and KRS-One, and dismissing his street cred. To this day "Ether" is considered one of the best and most potent diss tracks ever recorded, a major turning point in the Nas/Jay-Z feud, a standout among the already critically acclaimed Stillmatic, and is even credited with boosting Jay-Z's career by proxy.

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CD | 2001 | EU | Original (Columbia)

Stillmatic

Release: 2001 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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classic ... produced by Large Professor, DJ Premier, Salaam Remi ...

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7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Mass Appeal)

Rare

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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3CD | 2014 | EU | Original (Sony Music)

Original Album Classics

Release: 2014 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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One Love Mister Mushi Edit / Radio Mix

7" | 2023 (Unknown Japan)

Release: 2023

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 1999 | EU | Reissue (Columbia)

Nastradamus

Release: 1999 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 2018 | US | Original (Def Jam)

Nasir

24,99 €*

Release: 2018 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Nas returns with Kanye West produced Nasir.

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Magic (Instrumental Version by Hit-Boy)

LP | 2023 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

32,99 €*

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Magic Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black Edition with Obi-Strip. Produced by Nas' longtime collaborator Hit-Boy, Nas shares Magic, the transcendent 9 track album including Wave Gods ft. A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier. Magic follows the August 2021 release of Grammy nominated album, King's Disease II.

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Magic Black & Green Split Colored Vinyl Edition

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

33,24 €* 34,99 € -5%

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black & Green Edition with Obi-Strip. Produced by Nas' longtime collaborator Hit-Boy, Nas shares Magic, the transcendent 9 track album including Wave Gods ft. A$AP Rocky and DJ Premier. Magic follows the August 2021 release of Grammy nominated album, King's Disease II.

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Magic 3 Striped Black & White Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Mass Appeal)

42,74 €* 44,99 € -5%

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Album number 6 with producer Hit-Boy and number 3 of the Magic trilogy.

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Magic 3 Black Ice Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2024 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2024 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

Magic 3

20,99 €*

Release: 2024 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Magic 2 Neon Violet / Black / White Mix Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

34,84 €* 40,99 € -15%

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Magic 2 is the sixteenth studio album by American rapper Nas. It was released on July 21, 2023 through Mass Appeal Records. The album serves as a sequel to Nas' 2021 album Magic, and is the fifth consecutive Nas album produced by Hit-Boy, following the King's Disease trilogy, as well as the first Magic album.[1] The album contains guest appearances from 50 Cent and 21 Savage.

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Magic 2 Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

31,34 €* 32,99 € -5%

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2023 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

Magic 2

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Made You Look: God's Son Live 2002 Record Store Day 2023 Edition

LP | 2023 | Original (Columbia)

30,99 €*

Release: 2023 / Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Nas’ iconic 2002 Webster Hall performance comes to vinyl for the first time for Record Store Day 2023 in a package that mirrors the artwork from the now-classic DVD release.

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Life Is Like A Dice Game feat. Cordae & Freddie Gibbs

7" | 2023 | EU | Original (Mass Appeal)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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12" | 2001 | US | Original (Lake)

Nas & Lake

Let Em Hang

7,99 €*

Release: 2001 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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/ Lake 'Crushed line' ... produced by Alchemist

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King's Disease III Red & Black Striped Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2023 | CA | Original (Mass Appeal)

39,99 €*

Release: 2023 / CA – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Produced by Hit-Boy

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King's Disease III Black Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Mass Appeal)

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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King's Disease II Red / Orange Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2023 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2022 | US | Original (Mass Appeal)

King's Disease 2

24,99 €*

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: Near Mint, Cover: VG+

CD | 2007 | US | Original (Truelements Music)

Nas & J.Period

The Best Of Nas Mixtape

9,99 €*

Release: 2007 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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42 tracks, remixes, freestyles feat. AZ, Ludacris, Lauryn Hill, ...

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J-Love Archives - Straight Out The Vaults Volume 4

12" | 2008 | US | Original (J-Love)

7,99 €*

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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It Was Written Gold Marbled Vinyl Edition

2LP | 1996 | EU | Reissue (Sony Music Catalog)

Release: 1996 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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UK National Album Day Limited Release.

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CD | 1996 | EU | Reissue (Columbia)

It Was Written

Release: 1996 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 2014 | US | Original (Sony)

Illmatic XX

Release: 2014 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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20 years of Illmatic! Remastered original album!

180g vinyl with download card.
Download includes 10 rare remixes, demos and freestyles.

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Illmatic: Remixes & Rarities Record Store Day 2024 Vinyl Edition

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Sony Music Catalog)

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Quantity: 2500
Release type: RSD Exclusive Release

Marking the 30th anniversary of Nas' Illmatic, the Remixes and Rarities LP, a limited edition collector's item that pays homage to one of the greatest Hip-Hop albums of all time, is available for Record Store Day 2024. Unearthed from the archives, this release features carefully selected remixes and rare tracks that add a new dimension to the iconic Illmatic experience. Immerse yourself in the evolution of Nas' artistry with this exclusive release, housed in a specially designed package that captures the essence of the album's enduring legacy. Commemorate three decades of Hip-Hop excellence with this must-have addition to your vinyl collection.

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Illmatic Clear Vinyl Edition

LP | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Sony)

29,99 €*

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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'Illmatic' is the debut studio album by American rapper Nas, released in April 1994. Often cited as one of the best hip-hop albums of the '90s, 'Illmatic' is the undisputed classic upon which Nas' reputation rests. It helped spearhead the artistic renaissance of New York hip-hop in the post-Chronic era, leading a return to street aesthetics. Hip-hop fans accustomed to 73-minute opuses sometimes complain about 'Illmatic''s brevity, but even if it leaves you wanting more, it's also one of the few '90s rap albums with absolutely no wasted space. 'Illmatic' reveals a great lyricist in top form meeting great production, and it remains a perennial favorite among serious hip-hop fans.

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Illmatic Black Vinyl Edition

LP | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Columbia)

19,99 €*

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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European pressing.
'Illmatic' is the debut studio album by American rapper Nas, released in April 1994. Often cited as one of the best hip-hop albums of the '90s, 'Illmatic' is the undisputed classic upon which Nas' reputation rests. It helped spearhead the artistic renaissance of New York hip-hop in the post-Chronic era, leading a return to street aesthetics. Hip-hop fans accustomed to 73-minute opuses sometimes complain about 'Illmatic''s brevity, but even if it leaves you wanting more, it's also one of the few '90s rap albums with absolutely no wasted space. 'Illmatic' reveals a great lyricist in top form meeting great production, and it remains a perennial favorite among serious hip-hop fans.

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Illmatic 30th Anniversary 7" Box Set HHV EU Exclusive

Box | 1994 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

129,99 €*

Release: 1994 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 1000 boxes for the European market, 3000 in total worldwide.
In Europe exclusively available at HHV.

HHV is thrilled to be able to offer this milestone of rap history, one of the most iconic and important albums of all time as a limited box set of 45s. We can not be happier. Illmatic 30th Anniversary Box Set Includes:

-The full album plus 2 remixes on six big-hole 7-inches pressed on black vinyl.

-The 7-inches are housed in a custom hardbound casebook that includes a 64-page book of extended liner notes by Sacha Jenkins with full lyrics, photos, and 12-inch singles discography.

-The casebook is housed in a premium outer slipcase, featuring the iconic album art printed in gold.

-Limited to 3000 copies worldwide

Thirty years ago on April 19, 1994, Nasir "Nas" Jones dropped Illmatic which is regarded by many as the greatest hip-hop album of all time. Before 1994, Nas (under the name "Nasty Nas") was rapping and making demo tapes with Large Professor, and in 1991 performed an unforgettable verse on Main Source's "Live at the Barbeque." The next year Nas released "Halftime" for the Zebrahead soundtrack, another Large Pro cut, and signed a deal to record an album for Columbia Records. Nas was being compared to one of the lyrical greats, Rakim, and the pressure was on to drop a debut album to top all rappers. A dream team of hip-hop producers including DJ Premier, Large Professor, Q-Tip, Pete Rock, and L.E.S. was assembled to work on what would become the 5 Mic classic Illmatic. Not only did it establish Nas as the Best Rapper Alive in 1994, but it also raised the stakes for hip-hop production, lyrical technique, content, and overall artistic ambition.

Illmatic is the crown jewel of the mid-90s classics that still define the genre. No filler, one intro, and 9 tracks of hip-hop perfection. Every song on this album matters. From Premier's masterful "N.Y State Of Mind" to the AZ-assisted "Life's A Bitch" and Pete Rock's piano-laced "The World Is Yours" Illmatic starts with a powerful trio of songs that easily could solidify this album as classic if it stopped right there. Other tracks such as "Memory Lane" and "One Love" show Nas focusing on his neighborhood and local legends that molded him into the person he was which made them all just as important to us. Large Professor delivers the album's first single "It Ain't Hard To Tell" while Premier delivers the album's certified street anthem "Represent". Serious to a fault, and lyrically dense to an extent that has possibly never been matched, the 20-year-old Nas stood on the shoulders of his predecessors and made them proud with this one. Thirty years later the album stands the test of time, where time is truly illmatic.

To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the release of Illmatic, Get On Down in partnership with Sony's Certified is proud to present the entire album on six 7-inches with 2 remixes.

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CD | 1994 | EU | Reissue (Columbia)

Illmatic

Release: 1994 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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I Am The Autobiography Bootleg Black Friday Record Store Day 2023 Black Vinyl Edition

2LP | 1999 | EU | Reissue (Columbia)

23,09 €* 32,99 € -30%

Release: 1999 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Quantity: 4100
Release type: RSD Exclusive Release

I Am... The Autobiography, the long sought-after bootleg released commercially for the first time. Features 2 unreleased tracks, as well as many other rarities that have been on limited vinyl and 12" previously, as well as deluxe packaging. A must-have for any Nas and die-hard hip-hop head!"

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CD | 1999 | EU | Original (Columbia)

I Am

Release: 1999 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 1999 | EU | Reissue (Columbia)

I Am

Release: 1999 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Hip Hop Heroes Instrumentals Volume 1

2LP | 2013 | EU | Original (Cutting Deep)

19,99 €*

Release: 2013 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Classic Nas instrumentals combined on a 2LP, including tracks from his very first LP "Illmatic" as well as bunch of classic cuts like "Affirmative Action", "Hate Me Now" or "Nas Is Like".

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God's Son Blue & White Swirl Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2002 | CA | Reissue (Get On Down)

34,99 €*

Release: 2002 / CA – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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PRESSED ON BLUE & WHITE SWIRL VINYL!

HOUSED IN A HIGH GLOSS JACKET WITH EACH LP TUCKED INTO A PRINTED INNER SLEEVE
Nasir "Nas" Jones' 2001 record Stillmatic was considered a major comeback for the 90s rap icon. It signaled a return to the gritty, urban chaos of his acclaimed debut album, after releasing record after record of gradually more mainstream material, and Nas' return to prominence in the highest echelons of hip-hop. In spite of this newfound critical clout, Stillmatic's release did nothing to squash his then ongoing feud with fellow New Yorker Jay-Z, who had gone so far as to challenge Nas to a pay-per-view rap battle. A challenge Nas rejected, stating "If Jay-Z wants to battle, he should drop his album the same day I do and let the people decide."

Nas fans never would get the no-holds barred lyrical battle with Jay-Z many had speculated. What they got instead was one of Nas' most personal and introspective releases to date in 2002. Not long after Stillmatic's release, Nas spent much of his time away from the limelight to tend to his ill mother, who would pass on from breast cancer in 2002. His experiences with his mother's mortality as well as the fallout of his feud with Jay-Z, who continued to produce diss tracks as Nas tended to his mother, would inspire much of the lyrical material on his next record.

God's Son was released in December of 2002, and like Stillmatic before it, was subject to major critical acclaim. On God's Son, Nas effectively took the battle-hardened demeanor he had cultivated and tore it down across 14 tracks that were emotionally insular, though still dusted in urban grit, and still finding time to shoot back at Jay-Z's potshots on tracks like "Last Real Nigga Alive" and "Mastermind." Assisting Nas was a slew of top-tier producers like The Alchemist, Eminem, Ron Browz, and Salaam Remi, over samples of James Brown, the Incredible Bongo Band, Fela Kuti, and Beethoven, and guest vocals from Alicia Keys, Kelis, Claudette Ortiz of City High, and even a posthumous 2Pac.

God's Son has been out of print on vinyl since 2020. This deluxe pacakge was remastered from its original audio and pressed on colored vinyl!

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CD | 2002 | EU | Original (Columbia)

God's Son

Release: 2002 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Nas / Cormega / Beanie Sigel / Jadakiss

Diss This

12" | 2001 | US (West Coast Connection)

5,99 €*

Release: 2001 / US

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: Generic

REcord has a few slight scratches and small tears on the labels!

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12" | 2002 | US (Let It Fly)

Chizzled

8,99 €*

Release: 2002 / US

Genre: Hip Hop

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produced by Large Professor

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Nappynappa

Ifeeljustliketheirart

LP (Bad Taste)

29,99 €*

Genre: Hip Hop

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Master Rap Mix (...And The Rap Goes On...)

Napoleon Hatten

12" | 1988 | DE | Original (ZYX)

3,99 €*

Release: 1988 / DE – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Pop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: VG+

Two Piece Turquoise Vinyl Edition

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Ndl Media)

Napoleon Da Legend & Rhettmatic

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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An anime inspired project written and produced by Napoleon Da Legend
(Song 5 written by Nejma Nefertiti & Napoleon Da Legend)

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Legmatic W/ Obi Strip

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Perpetual Stew)

45,99 €*

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Napoleon Da Legend & Rhettmatic

Legmatic

LP | 2024 | EU | Original (Perpetual Stew)

36,99 €*

Release: 2024 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2023 | EU | Original (Bot'Fess)

Le Dernier Glacier

39,99 €*

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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King Of The North Star Blue Vinyl Edition

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Ndl Media)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Napoleon Da Legend & J Scienide

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Goat Vs Sheep W/ Obi Strip

LP | 2023 | CZ | Original (Perpetual Stew)

49,99 €*

Release: 2023 / CZ – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Napoleon Da Legend & J Scienide

Goat Vs Sheep

LP | 2023 | CZ | Original (Perpetual Stew)

36,99 €*

Release: 2023 / CZ – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Gold Saint Yellow Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | EU | Original

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Dragon Ball G Orange Vinyl Edition

LP | 2020 | EU | Reissue

79,99 €*

Release: 2020 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: Near Mint, Cover: Near Mint

Reissue on orange wax with two bonus tracks!

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LP | 2023 | EU | Original

Bronze Saints 2

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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This album is the sequel to Bronze Saints by Napoleon Da Legend.
It is part of a trilogy.

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Asgard Saints Blue Vinyl Edition

LP | 2023 | EU | Original

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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12" | 2023 | EU | Original

Napad Na Funk

Napad Na Funk 2

17,54 €* 26,99 € -35%

Release: 2023 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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12" | 1996 | DE | Original (Polydor)

Nandala

Please, Please, Please

3,99 €*

Release: 1996 / DE – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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Medium: VG+, Cover: Generic

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Serious Cartoons Rec)

Namless Word

Theatre For The Absurd

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Metropolis Shonen Sunset Edition

Namir Blade

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Mello Music Group)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Metropolis Neon City Pink Edition

Namir Blade

LP | 2022 | US | Original (Mello Music Group)

CD | 2023 | US | Original (Mello Music Group)

Release: 2022 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Imagine Sun Ra time-traveling to the techno-dystopia in Blade Runner, Marty McFly piloting the DeLorean through the cyberpunk cityscape in Akira. Now you’re in the headspace to digest Metropolis, the latest album of time-traveling dispatches from Nashville multi-instrumentalist, producer, and rapper Namir Blade. Inspired by and named after the 2001 anime Metropolis and its 1927 predecessor, these 16 tracks are chapters of a speculative memoir unstuck in time, a quest for joy as late-stage capitalism crumbles looking wearily to a near-future dominated by tech oligarchs. In his most vulnerable writing yet, Namir shirks wallowing in loneliness and algorithm-induced self-doubt by going to therapy, making art on his terms, and learning to cherish his hooptie. Namir’s first entirely self-produced album and third on Mello Music Group, Metropolis was recorded in his living room and mixed at home. His digital and live instrumentation hybrids are as unbound as his subject matter. The ominous yet beautiful synths Vangelis used to score Harrison Ford chasing homicidal Tyrell Co. replicants (“Hypercar”), the cavernous drums and auto-tuned croons of 808s & Heartbreak-era Kanye (“BoA”), anime samples, rays of warm gospel and soul (“Memphisto”), and ethereal trap (“Monday Michuru”) coexist and ram into one another. Namir often switches the beat mid-track, the purposeful disorientation becoming more rewarding with each listen. With features from several Nashville artists who inspire him, he brings the future to us. The ride isn’t linear or always pleasant, but as Namir challenges himself and the listener, both get closer to finding their place in the unsettling now and uncertain tomorrow.

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Namir Blade

Metropolis

20,99 €*

Release: 2023 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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