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CD | 2008 | US | Original (Nature Sounds)

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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new election year heat by one of the most politically potent minds in hip hop history ... word up!

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Babu

Duck Season Volume 3

14,99 €*

CD | 2008 | US | Original (Rap-A-Lot)

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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produced by DJ Babu (Dilated Peoples / Beat Junkies) ... feat. M.O.P., Dilated Peoples, Little Brother, MF Doom, Sean Price, Guilty Simpson, AG, Bishop Lamont, MED, Strong Arm Steady, Oh No, Cali Agents, Roc Marciano, etc. ... some super tasty duck roast!

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Devin The Dude

Hi Life

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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John Robinson (Lil Sci of Scienz Of Life) & MF DOOM

Who Is This Man? HHV Bundle

LP | 2008 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

15,99 €*

John Robinson (Lil Sci of Scienz Of Life) & MF DOOM

Release: 2008 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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written by John Robinson aka Lil’ Sci (Scienz of Life), all music produced by MF DOOM, scratches and cuts by DJ Rhettmatic of the World Famous Beat Junkies ... the brand new joint “Who is this man?” on limited double vinyl version ... artwork provided by Gordon of Beta Bodega Coalition Europe & Sushi.TV (Russian Federation)!

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Who Is This Man? HHV Bundle

CD | 2008 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

John Robinson (Lil Sci of Scienz Of Life) & MF DOOM

Release: 2008 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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written by John Robinson aka Lil’ Sci (Scienz of Life), all music produced by MF DOOM, scratches and cuts by DJ Rhettmatic of the World Famous Beat Junkies ... the brand new joint “Who is this man?” as limited cd version + BONUS VIDEOS ... artwork provided by Gordon of Beta Bodega Coalition Europe & Sushi.TV (Russian Federation)!

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Who is this man?

2LP | 2008 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

15,99 €*

John Robinson (Lil Sci of Scienz Of Life) & MF DOOM

Release: 2008 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Who is this man?

CD | 2008 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

808s & Heartbreak Deluxe Collectors Set

Release: 2008 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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written by John Robinson aka Lil’ Sci (Scienz of Life), all music produced by MF DOOM, scratches and cuts by DJ Rhettmatic of the World Famous Beat Junkies ... the brand new joint “Who is this man?” as limited cd version + BONUS VIDEOS ... artwork provided by Gordon of Beta Bodega Coalition Europe & Sushi.TV (Russian Federation)!

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Kanye West

2LP+CD | 2008 | US | Reissue (Roc-A-Fella)

38,99 €*

12" | 2008 | US | Original (Cha Ching)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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that's something: 2 Full-length LPs in Tri-fold Gatefold Jacket designed by KAWS, 1 Copy of the album on CD, Double-sided Poster & Lyric Sheet ... sorry, no autotune device included!

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Da Philly Throwback

Volume 1

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Viper)

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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limited edition of 500 handnumbered copies!

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Immortal Technique

The 3rd World

30,99 €*

CD | 2008 | US | Original (Chamber Musik)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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feat.Chino XL, Crooked I, RasKass, Psycho Realm, Diabolic ... produced byGreen Lantern, Southpaw, Buckwild, Scram Jones ... expect to hear Immortal Technique'sstriking lyrics on an even more street influenced production!

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Hell Razah

Hell-Hop Volume 2

eMC (Masta Ace, Punchline, Wordsworth & Stricklin)

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Hellrazah is a respected lyricist and Sunz of Man (Wu-Tang) member
who has been involved in countless projects in the field of
underground Hip-Hop. Presented for the first time anywhere, comes
his own special series of unreleased material for fans and collectors
alike, entitled Hell-Hop. The second of this series, volume two
features Timbo King, Killah Priest, J-Quest, Prodigal Sunn, 60 Second
Assassin, and Mezza Morta, among others. This is a limited edition
collectors item, and not to be missed people!

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The Show Black Vinyl Edition

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (M3)

CD | 2008 | EU | Reissue (Roc-A-Fella)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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With the combination Stricklins personality, the cleverness of Punchline and the word play and work ethic of Wordsworth, and the leadership of the Music Man himself Masta Ace, EMC is ready make some noise in the music industry ... EMC is a movement and Hip Hop should get ready for something really special ... says Stricklin ... he's damn right !

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Kanye West

808s & Heartbreak

Release: 2008 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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NY's Finest Splatter Vinyl Edition

Pete Rock

2xLP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Nature Sounds)

44,99 €*

NY's Finest Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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He made remixes matter more than the original songs. He introduced dramatic, forceful horns to rap’s sonic discussion. It almost goes without saying that Pete Rock is among the greatest hip-hop producers of all time, and Soul Brother #1 is still crafting timeless music. Now back on vinyl for the first time in years, Pete’s acclaimed album NY’s Finest features an impressive lineup of vocalists, including Wu-Tang emcees Raekwon and Masta Killa, Jim Jones, Little Brother, Styles P, Redman, Max B, Papoose, and more. Entirely produced by Pete Rock, the album is a modern masterpiece from a legendary artist. This repress also includes the bonus track “It’s So G” featuring Roc Marciano, a lost treasure from the NY’s Finest sessions that wasn’t on the original tracklist.

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Pete Rock

2xLP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Nature Sounds)

31,99 €*

We Are The South Greatest Hits Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Silver & Blue Edition

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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8Ball & MJG

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Mnrk Urban)

48,99 €*

Digi Snacks Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Edition

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Reissue. Color: Silver & Blue. Limitation: 2000. 1st time on vinyl.

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RZA as Bobby Digital

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (HHC)

Yancey Boys Instrumentals Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Edition

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Original Release. Color: Black. Limitation: The third solo effort under his Bobby Digital alias is presented on vinyl for the first time ever. Digi Snacks continues the story line from Digital Bullet (issued on vinyl for RSD 2022) and includes features from Inspectah Deck (among others). Though RZA handles the production on almost all cuts, he does pull in a few outside producers for an assist. Most notably David Banner for “Straight Up The Block.” RZA describes the project as “simply fun hip hop - a perfect blend of reality, fiction, sci-fi and martial arts.” Digi Snacks debuts on vinyl for RSD Black Friday.

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J Dilla

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Delicious Vinyl)

29,59 €* 36,99 € -20%

2LP | 2008 | US | Original (Homegrown)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Late arrival, coming next week.
Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Reissue. Color: Random. Limitation:For RSD Black Friday Delicious Vinyl presents this key material from Jay Dee’s output in a never before issued and not to be repeated random colored vinyl assortment. Shortly after Jay Dee’s younger brother Illa J’s solo debut was issued on Delicious Vinyl, the label and the artist knew the next step in honoring Jay Dee’s legacy was to issue the complete instrumentals from Yancey Boys as a stand-alone release. This mother lode of previously untouched (at the time) beats dates as far back as Jay Dee’s time working on the Pharcyde’s sophomore album, 1995’s Labcabincalifornia. As Delicious Vinyl owner Michael Ross explains, “From ‘95 through ’98 Jay Dee was my go-to guy for hot beats and remixes. He was always making beats, always. So there was a select amount of tracks that he composed for me during that time, tracks as good as anything he’d done, only they never got used.” Once these beats were used for Illa J’s Yancey Boys they were presented to the public on Yancey Boys Instrumentals.

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Freddie Cruger

Just Chillin In The Spot

2LP | 2008 | EU | Reissue (Atlantic)

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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JUST CHILLIN' IN THE SPOT" is FREDDIE (RED ASTAIRE) CRUGER's next album. DJ Friendly double vinyl. Plain sleeves with colored stickers. A mix of of instrumental hip and hop, jazzy downtempo, bassy club bangers, and uptempo dance tracks. Fans will not be disappointed.

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Gym Class Heroes

The Quilt

50,99 €*

Release: 2008 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Yancey Boys Instrumentals

J Dilla

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Delicious Vinyl)

CD | 2008 | EU | Original (Thump Street)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Delicious Vinyl presents this key material from Jay Dee’s output in a never before issued and not to be repeated random colored vinyl assortment. Shortly after Jay Dee’s younger brother Illa J’s solo debut was issued on Delicious Vinyl, the label and the artist knew the next step in honoring Jay Dee’s legacy was to issue the complete instrumentals from Yancey Boys as a stand-alone release. This mother lode of previously untouched (at the time) beats dates as far back as Jay Dee’s time working on the Pharcyde’s sophomore album, 1995’s Labcabincalifornia . As Delicious Vinyl owner Michael Ross explains, “From ‘95 through ’98 Jay Dee was my go-to guy for hot beats and remixes. He was always making beats, always. So there was a select amount of tracks that he composed for me during that time, tracks as good as anything he’d done, only they never got used.” Once these beats were used for Illa J’s Yancey Boys they were presented to the public on Yancey Boys Instrumentals.

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Bossolo

Wes Rydin'

Release: 2008 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Illegal Art)

Girl Talk

Feed The Animals

59,99 €*

Da Unbreakables Black Friday Record Store Day 2023 Electric Smoke Vinyl Edition

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop, Rock & Indie

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Pittsburgh artist Gregg Gillis (a.k.a. Girl Talk) has scrupulously created music from samples for over eight years. His fourth album on the Illegal Art label, Feed the Animals, continues his sonic evolution towards his party-infested live show and steps even closer towards a creation that is centered on pop musicality rather than attention-deficit sample splicing.

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Three 6 Mafia

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

46,54 €* 48,99 € -5%

Como Asesinar A Felipesremastered

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Quantity: 2000
Release type: RSD Exclusive Release

Presented For RSD Black Friday As A Double LP In An Electric Smoke Colored Vinyl Pressing Housed In A Deluxe Gatefold Jacket With A Full-Color OBI Strip Perhaps the biggest thing to come out of Memphis since the glory days of Stax Records, Three 6 Mafia's 6th full-length achieved gold status almost immediately. Now back in print on vinyl for RSD Black Friday in a limited and never to be repeated colored vinyl pressing.

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Como Asesinar A Felipes

LP | 2008 | EU | Reissue (Clouds Hill)

24,99 €*

Release: 2008 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tape | 2008 | US | Reissue (Grand Hustle)

T.I.

Paper Trail

24,99 €*

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Madvillainy "2" Aka The Madlib Remix

Madvillain

2LP | 2008 | US | Original (Not On Label)

44,99 €*

Vol. 6: Dil Withers Suite

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: Generic

Vinyl with a couple of light scuffs

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Madlib The Beat Konducta

LP | 2008 | US | Original (Stones Throw)

59,99 €*

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG, Cover: VG+

CD | 2008 | EU | Original (Sony Music)

Run DMC

Original Album Classics

21,99 €*

Release: 2008 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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D.I.R.T. (Da Incredible Rap Team)

Heltah Skeltah

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Duck Down)

35,14 €* 36,99 € -5%

12" | 2008 | US | Original (Mad Decent)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Heltah Skeltah was a favorite in the underground for their powerful voices, imposing rhymes, and explosive chemistry, but after Sean Price found great success as a solo artist, many thought that their time as a group had passed. This 2008 LP proved otherwise, as the synergy between the iconic duo of Ruck and Rock sounded better than ever.

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Of Montreal

Id engager

5,99 €*

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG, Cover: Generic

2LP | 2008 | EU | Reissue (Hip Hop Headz)

Reks

Grey Hairs

39,99 €*

Release: 2008 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2008 | JP | Original (P-Vine)

Braille

The Iv Edition

29,99 €*

LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Rhymesayers Entertainment)

Release: 2008 / JP – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Great album with an all-star line-up of producers like Marco Polo, Ohmega Watts, The Are, Shuko, 88 Keys, DJ Spinna, Symbolyc One, Oh No, Kno, J-Zone, M-Phazes, K-Murdock and more!

Track 17 is a bonus track and tracks 18 & 19 are Japan only bonus tracks. Released with OBI.

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Atmosphere

Strictly Leakage

27,99 €*

CD | 2008 | US | Reissue (Rhymesayers Entertainment)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Often recognized as one of the most consistent and prolificduos in independent hip-hop, Atmosphere hit a stride ofextraordinary output from July 2007 to April 2008, even by theirown standards. Within those 9 months, they released afull-length album, four EP's, and a 42-minute mixtape ofexclusive material, altogether totaling 48 new songs released, allwhile they were consistently touring as well. This rapid-fire stringof releases introduced some of their most popular songs to dateand showcased their dynamic range, from moody and reflective,to upbeat and optimistic, to a boom-bap throwback style of rap,the latter of which was most prominently displayed on themixtape. Introduced on Christmas Day 2007, the mixtape was a"gift" to fans in the form of a free download, aptly titled StrictlyLeakage - a nod to both eschewing standardized industrypractices in favor of giving the music away, and to anotherprominent album title from the era that inspired them andperhaps more specifically, these recordings.Strictly Leakage surprised fans and critics alike, not justbecause the download invite appeared in their inbox withoutwarning, but also because the project sounded so uniquelydifferent from Atmosphere's typical recordings. Ant was diggingdeep into the funk & soul crates, favoring samples over liveinstrumentation, and producing tracks that sounded as if theywere birthed alongside late '80s and early '90s hip-hop classics.Slug was rapping with a renewed passion, yet somehowsounding more casual and carefree delivering endless wordplaywith more technical rhyme patterns than other Atmosphereprojects. Together, they created 13 exclusive songs that soundedas if they were just having fun making them, without thepressure of any album expectations - undoubtedly as rewardingan exercise for themselves as it was for the listeners.Early on, Strictly Leakage had been pressed on a limited run ofvinyl and CD, but it wasn't long before they sold out, and fanswere left chasin...

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Atmosphere

Strictly Leakage

7" | 2008 | DE | Original (Exploited)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Bugati Force

Edits

3,99 €*

Release: 2008 / DE – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG+, Cover: Generic

12" | 2008 | US | Original (Tres)

C.R.A.C. Knuckles

Buy Me Lunch

5,99 €*

Release: 2008 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG, Cover: VG

12" | 2008 | UK | Original (Goodgroove)

V.A.

The Regrooved Series VII

9,99 €*

The Preface Black Vinyl Edition

Release: 2008 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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Used Vinyl

Medium: VG, Cover: VG+

writing on cover.

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Elzhi

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Nature Sounds)

CD | 2008 | US | Reissue (Nature Sounds)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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By the time his 2008 solo debut "The Preface" was released, Elzhi was already recognized as one of hip-hop’s most gifted lyricists. The Detroit emcee was still a member of Slum Village at the time, having replaced hip-hop icon J Dilla in the legendary group earlier that decade. "The Preface" showcases Elzhi’s undeniable talent and impressive creative flair, foreshadowing the exciting solo career that would follow. With a young Black Milk supplying pounding, drum-heavy production on 13 of the album's 16 tracks, Elzhi’s dense verses electrify the mic, announcing the arrival of a truly special artist. Whether riffing on color-themed wordplay, playing a lyrical game of “fill in the blank”, taking listeners on a dream logic adventure, telling his personal story, or simply showing off his scorching rhyme skills, Elzhi's flawless flows animate the highly conceptual collection. A thoroughly Detroit affair, "The Preface" features appearances by Motown rap gods like Royce Da 5’9”, Danny Brown, Guilty Simpson, Phat Kat, T3 of Slum Village, and more. After years of scarcity, the album is finally receiving a proper reissue on CD and vinyl.

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Elzhi

The Preface

Cellar Sounds: Volume 1 (1992-1998)

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Nick Wiz

2CD | 2008 | AU | Reissue (Gentleman's Relief)

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Say-10)

Release: 2008 / AU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Out-of-print and in demand since its original release in 2008, Cellar Sounds vol. 1 was the first place where Nick Wiz's incredible back-catalog of productions was revealed. Includes 44 tracks featuring Rakim, DMX, Pudgee, Ran Reed, and many many more. After being requested by many fans over the years, this classic release has been reissued in a limited edition of 500 copies, don't sleep!

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MC Chris

Is Dead

51,99 €*

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold Vinyl Me, Please Edition

Atmosphere

2LP | 2008 | US | Reissue (Vinyl Me, Please)

43,99 €*

Paul's Boutique 20th Anniversary Edition

Release: 2008 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Why you'll love it...
Centered on the different paths people choose in life or how they survive their different struggles, Atmosphere’s When Life Gives You Lemons, You Paint That Shit Gold is a very heavy series of short stories that share the voice of one author and the timbre of one composer. Lyrically and sonically, it’s clear that the words and rhythms were built together, instead of some Frankenstein piecemeal fashion like many other rap songs.

For those reasons, the tracks fit near-seamlessly together. But they also stand alone as episodes worthy of solo dissection.

No matter how you consume them, some of the songs will undoubtedly bite back, making you angry for or at the characters, their circumstances and the substances that push and pull them in different directions. And that emotion is the telltale sign of this album’s impact on those who hear it.

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Beastie Boys

LP | 2009 | EU | Reissue (Capitol)

Release: 2009 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Disc System Meets Inner Science

S/T

LP | 2009 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

2LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Capitol)

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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This album is the first collaboration between DISC SYSTEM and INNER SCIENCE. An incredible amalgamation of Djing and composition, moving through many different styles and moods. Elements of Hip Hop, Ambient, Techno and more generally ‘electronic music’ are all apparent. Originally release on CD by ROMZ RECORD in November 2007 for Japan, Project: MoonCircle are issuing the album worldwide on vinyl to give this recording more thorough worldwide exposure and so that it can be presented on our favourite format. 45 min.!!

Limited 500 copies only!!!

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Beastie Boys

Check Your Head

46,99 €*

CD | 2009 | US | Original (Rap-A-Lot)

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Remastered and pressed on nice 180 gram wax!

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Devin The Dude

Hi Life Screwed

17,99 €*

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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John Robinson (Lil Sci of Scienz Of Life) & Lewis Parker

A place called home HHV Bundle

7" | 2009 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

9,99 €*

John Robinson (Lil Sci of Scienz Of Life) & Lewis Parker

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tune in and listen to a man and his mission! John Robinson is back with an Exclusive Mr. Cooper Produced 7 Inch “A Place Called Home” Featuring UK’s own Lewis Parker. Join Robinson and Parker as they collectively paint a picture of their foundation habitat backed by a Mr. Cooper sound scape. Lyrics to go! Limited edition!

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A Place Called Home

7" | 2009 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

6,99 €*

CD | 2009 | JP | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Project Mooncircle

Silent in truth

2LP | 2009 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

Release: 2009 / JP – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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This compilation brings together many different artists from across the globe that are here to get heard and make a predication through their music. Tracks like “Barn Burning” from Mat Young (Bully Rec.), “Brava” from Paten Locke (Therapy) and “Why’d You Lie” from John Robinson (Lil’ Sci) are more like statements from the mind. Mr Cooper brings a new track in the style of his recent album “What Else There Is”… Carlo (Bully Rec.) contributes “Trapped In The Attic”, 40 Winks give “At The Lunar Bar (Live)” and Simon of Jahbitat brings the organic sound from the canopy of the Barcelona night with “Timber (An Ode To Trees Gone)”. Political lyrics & real Hip Hop come from Miami with the group Intifada… Other artists include MF Doom, Aether, Inner Science, The Q4 with Arts The Beat Doctor and many more. All tracks are exclusive… This is the sound of Project Mooncircle for 2009. Speak with your mind, think with your soul & change with your heart! We aim to stop the destructive elements of the music business and bring music back to the people.

Artists: Inner Science, Escher, Therapy, Carlo, Mat Young, Jahbitat, John Robinson aka Lil’ Sci, MF Doom, Aether, 40 Winks, Mr Cooper, Dday One, The Q4, Glen Porter, Lambent, Intifada, Mathematik & more…

Artwork By Gordon of Beta Bodega Coalition Europe for Project: MoonCircle.
Letterings By La Mano Fria of Beta Bodega Coalition.

Limited 500 copies only!

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Project Mooncircle

Silent In Truth

15,99 €*

CD | 2009 | US | Original (Mind Power)

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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Krumb Snatcha

Hidden Scriptures

7,99 €*

CD | 2009 | US | Original (Green Streets)

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Krumb himself states: This album was not to offend anybody, its sole purpose is to inspire. I believe with this contribution fans can see more to the artist than just skills, we are human too ... word up! produced by Beatminerz, Statik Selektah, Pete Rock and others!

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Phil The Agony

Think Green

2LP | 2009 | US | Original (Shady)

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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feat. Krondon, Planet Asia, Talib Kweli, Jean Grae, ... produced by DJ Khalil, Sid Roams, ...

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Eminem

Relapse

43,99 €*

DVD | 2009 | US | Original (Charly)

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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probably his best work to date, produced by Dr.Dre ... shrooom!

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De La Soul

Live in Belgium 1997

All City Records presents

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Recorded at Loverse Feesten, Lokeren, Belgium, 1997.

Bonusmaterial:
Concert Remix Version;

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7 x 7 Beat CD

CD | 2009 | EU | Original (All City Dublin)

17,99 €*

CD | 2009 | JP | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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the fantastic 7" series now on compact disc ... essential!

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Obba Supa

To:am / free:am

7" | 2009 | US | Original (Tres)

Release: 2009 / JP – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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The diabolical rhyme dynamics of Teknical Developments lyrics paired with beats cloaked in a blue cheese fog of THTC from Hey!zeus dwell and celebrate in the time of A.M. A time which reveals the full existence of the human cypher in its entirety, From the crooked corrupt cloaked by its shadows to the optimism of dreams and a new days break.
TO.AM is a dedication to the time
FREE.AM is an experiment in the freedoms of the infant hours
Two separate organism from the same body of concept naturally evolved from late night studio sessions all past the hour of midnight.

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All Tracks Produced By Hey!zeus
All Tracks Recorded & Mixed At RDL Studios by Hey!zeus
All Tracks Mastered By Mr Cooper
Artwork & orginal paintings by Gordon of PMC/BBC.

LIMITED edition: ONLY 400 copies, worldwide!!

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Big Tone

Chocolate feat. L'Renee

8,99 €*

LP | 2009 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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/ instrumental ... Dwele on the horns! yeah!

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Obba Supa

To:am / free:am

7" | 2009 | EU | Original (Project: Mooncircle / HHV)

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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Glen Porter

Falling down

6,99 €*

Man On The Moon: The End Of The Day

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Rock & Indie, Electronic & Dance

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As moody guitars swing and sway around dust encrusted drums and melancholy voices, story's of the the lonely and broken hearted begin to form in your head. "Falling Down" by Glen Porter is a journey into the darker side of instrumental music. In the fasion that only he can, he sets the mood and provides the soundtrack for you to sit back, paint pictures and conjure up stories to the music flowing through your mind. Free album download code included. Limited edition of 450 copies worldwide!

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Kid Cudi

2LP | 2009 | US | Original (Motown)

41,99 €*

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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Oh No Vs. Now Again Volume 1

Oh No

CD | 2009 | US | Original (Now-Again)

20,99 €*

2LP | 2009 | US | Original (Tres)

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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Limited edition deluxe issue of the sought-after debut of the Now-Again Music Library series! Following his theme for Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, production for Mos Def and his lauded Dr. No’s Oxperiement, producer Oh No takes on the Now-Again catalog. Limited Edition of 500 pieces!

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Paten Locke

Super Ramen Rocketship

24,99 €*

Legendary Classics Volume 1

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Limited to 300 copies worldwide, Tres Records presents the debut album from Jacksonville's very own Emcee/Producer/DJ, Paten Locke. Also known as Therapy, many are aware of his work from groups such as Asamov, The Smile Ray's, The Alias Brothers and The Perceptionists. Paten's production may also be heard on tracks of other artists such as Mr. Lif and Akrobatik. But with this debut solo album, many will soon be aware of his "triple threat" skills, which he serves up together all himself, for every fiending hip hop fan out there. Artwork by Gordon of Project: Mooncircle. RockTheShip!

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R.A. The Rugged Man

CD | 2009 | US | Original (Green Streets)

Man On The Moon: The End Of The Day

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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R.A. decided to compile all his classic tracks and appearances just for his fans. This great CD covers lots of vinyl-only stuff from the Crustified Dibbs days to his underrated Rawkus output to more recent R.A.-featured tracks. He was the first one to tell ya that all record labels suck dick (unfortunately they didn't like the taste of his his ugly one), he was chasing pussy with Biggie Smalls way before "Big Poppa" dropped, plus he always managed to recruit great artists for guest appearances. This album features mainly living legends like Kool G Rap, Notorious B.I.G., Mobb Deep, Kool G Rap, Sadat X, Akinyele, Tragedy, J-Live, Blaq Poet, and production by Buckwild, Ayatollah, Jedi Mind Tricks and others. Be careful, cause he'll be effin yo bitch, too!

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Kid Cudi

CD | 2009 | EU | Original (Motown)

13,99 €*

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Electronic & Dance

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12" | 2009 | UK | Original (AVPB)

Aldo Vanucci

Everyday Games

2CD | 2009 | EU | Original (Interscope)

Release: 2009 / UK – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves, Electronic & Dance

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Just when you thought it was safe to buy another mash up ep, Aldo Vanucci is back and this time hes keeping it biff baff … Already airplayed by Rob Da Bank and Ali B!

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Eminem

Relapse: Refill

21,99 €*

The Element Of Freedom Lilac Vinyl Edition

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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incl. bonus disc with 7 new songs feat. Dr. Dre, Drake, Lil Wayne and Kanye West

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Alicia Keys

2LP | 2009 | US | Original (J)

43,99 €*

2LP | 2009 | US | Original (Five Day Weekend)

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Brand new album incl. Empire State Of Mind Part 2.

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Mr. Chop

For Pete's Sake

20,99 €*

2LP | 2009 | EU | Reissue (Interscope)

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Psychedelic funk, jazz and rock covers of Pete Rock’s Greatest Tracks from MF Doom’s go-to instrumentalist, Includes Pete Rock and CL Smooth classics, “T.R.O.Y.”, “Straighten It Out”, Public Enemy’s “Shut ‘Em Down”, Nas’s “The World Is Yours” and more ...

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Eminem

Relapse

Release: 2009 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2009 | UK | Reissue (Lex)

DOOM (MF DOOM)

BORN LIKE THIS.

CD | 2009 | EU | Original (Smoke On)

Release: 2009 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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DOOM's most recent solo album, featuring guests including Ghostface, Raekwon, Bumpy Knuckles and Charles Bukowski with beats from J Dilla, Jake One, Madlib and the supervillain himself.

The limited edition vinyl repress is a deluxe double LP with embossed / debossed, spot-glossed, foil-blocked sleeve.

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Nine

Quinine

Never Better 10 Year Anniversary Multicolored Edition

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD only release of Nine's album "Quninine". This release also contains a bonus track!

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P.O.S

3LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Rhymesayers)

29,99 €*

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (X-Ray)

Killah Priest

The Exorcist

Guilty Simpson (Prod. J. Dilla)

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Longtime Wu-Tang associate, Killah Priest, reissues his 2009 low key masterpiece The Exorcist on CD and for the first time ever on vinyl!

This reissue features all new artwork as well as a limited edition run of RED vinyl!

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Stress / Guilty

12" | 2009 | US | Reissue (Stones Throw)

13,99 €*

LP | 2009 | Reissue (No Cure)

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Produced by the late great J Dilla!

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Endemic Emerald

Terminal Illness

34,99 €*

Release: 2009 / Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Nature Sounds)

J Dilla

Jay Stay Paid

32,99 €*

2LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Republic)

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Repressed / prod.by J Dilla / mixed by DJ Pete Rock / feat. Black Thought (The Roots), DOOM, M.O.P. and others / 25 track collection of unreleased Dilla beats and productions mixed and arranged by Soul Brother #1, DJ Pete Rock!

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Nicki Minaj

Beam Me Up Scotty

48,99 €*

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2009 | EU | Reissue (Republic)

Nicki Minaj

Beam Me Up Scotty

21,99 €*

Slaughterhouse Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Edition

Release: 2009 / EU – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Nicki Minaj - "Beam Me Up Scotty" - Nicki Minaj is blessing fans with the commercial release of her third and iconic mixtape, Beam Me Up Scotty. The original version was released in 2009 with classic tracks like "I Get Crazy" and "Itty Biggy Piggy." The 2021 rerelease arrives with loosies from that era like "Boss Ass Bitch (Remix)" with PTAF and "Chi-Raq" with G Herbo, as well as three brand new tracks to hold fans over: "Seeing Green" with Drake & Lil Wayne, "Crocodile Teeth" with Skillibeng and "Fractions."

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Slaughterhouse

2LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (HHC)

2LP | 2009 | JP | Reissue (P-Vine)

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Black Friday Record Store Day 2022 Original Release. Color: Black. Limitation: In 2008 Crooked I, Joell Ortiz, and Royce da 5’9” gathered to contribute to a cut Joe Budden was working on. The cut, “Slaughterhouse” resulted in the formation of and the name of this hip hop supergroup. Slaughterhouse was also the name given to the collective’s debut released in August of 2009. Though the debut hit the number 25 slot on the Billboard top200 (and the #2 slot on the Top Rap Albums chart) Slaughterhouse has never been issued on vinyl. An oversite that’s being corrected as of RSD Black Friday 2022.

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Kero One

Early Believers

48,99 €*

2LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Roc Nation)

Release: 2009 / JP – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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With features from world-class soul singers such as Ben Westbeech and Toumo, the good vibes on Early Believers are unparalleled! Catchy hooks elevate the smooth, nostalgia-inducing flows of Kero One, making this an album more than worthy to follow up Kero One’s legendary debut. Featuring both the artwork from the Japan-exclusive CD, and the Japan-exclusive bonus track “When The Sunshine Comes (Cradle Remix feat. Anan Ryoko)”, this album has never looked, or sounded this good! Get Kero One’s Early Believers on limited edition vinyl with an obi-strip, available only from P-vine Records!

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Jay-Z

The Blueprint 3

45,99 €*

Chamber Music Red Vinyl Edition

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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No Autotune on this one!

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Wu-Tang Clan

LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (HHC)

Til The Casket Drops Fruit Punch Colored Vinyl Edition

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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For the first time on vinyl, this 2009 Wu-Tang compilation features mainly RZA tracks.

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Clipse

LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Get On Down)

26,34 €* 30,99 € -15%

Gangsta Grillz: The Album Volume 2

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Comes limited to 2000 copies with hand numbered OBI strip. The contemporary realm of hip hop music can be seen as polarized between two sides; mainstream versus underground, industry versus independent, at a base level boiled down to catchy sounds & infective hooks over higher quality lyrical content. These elements don't need to be mutually exclusive, but these days its rare to find an act that can please all sides of the discussion. Clipse are one of the few groups that successfully and consistently caters to both sides of raps splintered psyche, simultaneously serving the scene with upbeat bangers that get the club poppin’ & subwoofers rattlin‘ while crafting clever quotable compositions deserving of repeated headphone submersions. Though their preceding official albums Lord Willin (2002) & Hell Hath No Fury (2006) made bigger splashes commercially, 2009’s Til The Casket Drops is surely no slouch, a gem which deserves to be revisited with fresh ears. Til The Casket Drops was a departure from the duo of Malice & Pusha T’s previous works in that it was their first LP not completely produced by The Neptunes. However, the celebrated team who brought us “Grinding” & “Mr. Me Too” still helmed 8 of the albums 13 tracks, thus dominating the soundscapes and aesthetic of the album anyway. With the remaining beats handled by Hitmen Sean C & LV (Jay-Z, Big Pun, Ghostface) and Aftermaths DJ Khalil (Kendrick Lamar, Aloe Blacc, Eminem) clearly Clipse stock hadn't lowered in the game. While boasting notable vocal features from Kanye West, Pharrell, Camron, Keri Hilson, Yo Gotti & their Re-Up Gang affiliate Ab-Liva, Casket Drops leaves ample space for the core emcee duo of Pusha & Malice to shine in the spotlight, with verses revolving around each other succinctly in-synch and bonded by an exceptional creative rhythm only biological brothers could share.

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DJ Drama

2LP | 2009 | Reissue (Atlantic)

42,99 €*

Release: 2009 / Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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CD | 2009 | US | Original (Black Rain Entertainment)

Lord Infamous & Ii Tone

Helloween

18,99 €*

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Tha Club House Click, Lord Infamous & Ii Tone

After Sics

CD | 2009 | US | Original (Black Rain Entertainment)

22,99 €*

Release: 2009 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Legendary Classics Volume 1 Colored Vinyl Edition

R.A. The Rugged Man

2LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Greenstreets)

42,99 €*

Tame One & Parallel Thought

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Before the acclaimed albums Legends Never Die and All My Heroes Are Dead brought his career to new heights, R.A. The Rugged Man spent years as an underrated rap enigma, with a slew of storied records to his name that had never received a proper release. With the 2009 compilation Legendary Classics Vol. 1, R.A. finally unleashed many of the lost gems that earned him a reputation as one of hip-hop's most feared lyricists, showcasing his undeniable history. An essential collection from a true hip-hop original, the album features appearances by The Notorious B.I.G., Havoc of Mobb Deep, Jedi Mind Tricks, Kool G Rap, J-Live, Hell Razah, Tragedy Khadafi, Akinyele, and Sadat X, along with track-by-track commentary from the Rugged Man himself. This Legendary Classics Vol. 1 reissue on limited-edition "blood smeared" colored vinyl also includes the new bonus track "The Greatest" featuring famed Italian singer Marcella Puppini, which has never before been available on vinyl.

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Acid Tab Vocab [15th Anniversary Edition] Splatter Vinyl Edition

LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Parallel Thought)

32,99 €*

CD | 2009 | EU | Original (Membran)

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Parallel Thought, in partnership with the Tame One estate, under the guidance of Darlene Brown, proudly presents the 15th Anniversary Edition of 'Acid Tab Vocab'—now available for the first time on vinyl. This reissue celebrates the lauded and iconic collaboration between the legendary Tame One and Parallel Thought. 'Acid Tab Vocab' is a kaleidoscope of psychedelic sounds and imagery, and for this reissue, we've spared no effort in meticulously remixing and remastering the album. Renowned graffiti artist Scotch 79th has crafted striking new artwork, giving a fresh and vibrant look to the release. We've also included previously unseen artwork from Tame's private archive. Finally, this classic and underappreciated album receives the definitive edition it's long deserved. (historical footnote: this was Tame’s last official solo album.)

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Ginex

Russisch Roulette

11,04 €* 16,99 € -35%

Release: 2009 / EU – Original

Genre: Hip Hop

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Bullion Presents

LP | 2009 | UK | Reissue (Bel Ami)

23,99 €*

Release: 2009 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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2LP | 2009 | UK | Reissue (Be With)

Superstar Quamallah

Invisible Man

34,99 €*

Ill Communication Limited Deluxe Edition

Release: 2009 / UK – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Holy grail hip-hop alert! Superstar Quamallah's Invisible Man was never released on wax so, to celebrate the 15th anniversary of this astounding record, we present the first ever vinyl edition. A stunning record which gained accolades upon its initial release, such as a prominent feature on Gilles Peterson's renowned Best Of 2009 show, it's one of the most essential jazz rap albums of all time. Cut across double vinyl, it’s exceedingly limited, with just 500 pressed for the world.

Deep jazz rap on that mellow-melodic tip, Invisible Man is an unforgettable album with nothing but dope beats and dope bars. There's a strong chance this album has passed you by but we truly believe it to be a lost hip-hop masterpiece. It supremely captures the essence of a golden age classic without being slavish to the past. No, this ain't some facile throwback rap. It's a fresh and deeply soulful, original album shot through straight from the heart. Perfect to chill to, Invisible Man is profoundly jazz-oriented and captures with simplicity and sincerity the essence of hip-hop circa 1983-1994. It sounds like vibing with your nearest, dearest and oldest friends on a long hot summer night as the tantalising thought that anything is possible fills the air. You know what, we can just call this "magic hour rap" and we think you'll know what we mean. It's just beautiful. Just Listen.

Brooklyn-born, California-based emcee, DJ, and producer Superstar Quamallah was active in the West Coast underground scene throughout the 90s and recorded extensively with such revered names as Defari and Tajai. His parents were some serious artistic heavyweights, too; his father was soul organist Big John Patton, a giant in the jazz world known for his releases on Blue Note whilst his mother was an active designer. However, he remains relatively unknown. Invisible Man, named ostensibly after the classic Ralph Ellison novel, could also refer to how he is viewed by the public at large. With close affiliations to the Hieroglyphics, Dilated Peoples and Likwit crew, his debut EP "Don't Call Me John" arrived in 1999 on ABB Records, after which he took a sabbatical from recording which included graduate school, travelling, teaching at Inglewood High and eventually a professorship of African Studies at Berkeley.

With a laidback flow and deep, relaxing presence on the mic, Superstar Quamallah is equal parts Big Daddy Kane, Rakim and Guru. Invisible Man is refined, soulful, feel-good hip-hop of the old school. Its wise, spiritual and literate sound, combined with the summertime vibes projected by the smooth beats and the nostalgia-inducing samples and vocal scratches, created jazzy boom-bap rap reminiscent of prime De La Soul, A Tribe Called Quest and Gang Starr.

Irresistibly bouncing opener "You Need Knowledge" loops sparkling pianos, horns and a nagging whistle refrain with scratched vocal refrains from Slick Rick, Mobb Deep and Guru. The super-smooth head-nod classic "88 Soul" also utilises a beautifully swelling piano line and dusty breaks whilst Quamé reminisces about his childhood in NYC. Deeply moving, the silky, sultry "Black Shakespeare" is built around an elegant piano loop and goes hard on the superman lover tip whilst "For My People...It's Spiritual" is transcendental rap in conversation with Rakim and older gods. The "Moment Of Truth"-sampling "Lonely At The Top" is striking for its undiluted boom-bap stylings and the staccato flute-hop of "Just Listen" is riddled with soulful refinement. The deeply-affecting, wistful-yet-triumphant bells and horn-drenched single "California Dreamin'" is top-tier rap of unimpeachable quality. What a flow!

Another highlight is the rich melodic piano-rap of "Purity", a beautiful ode to the foundations of rap and those keeping the culture authentically alive. Beautifully played instruments and spiritual jazz samples elevate the deep thinking present on "Kunta Kente" whilst the darker jazz-tinged battle-rap of "93 Shit" goes super hard both in a lyrical sense and with its no-holds drum punches. The breezy Rhodes and string loops that serve as the sonic backdrop to the slinky jazz rap of "We Got Plots" are just gorgeous as our hero evokes Common's "I Used To Love H.E.R." with a head-spinning tale of crime, deception and double crossing. And some twist! "Do Win-Dis" has a tense crime-funk backing and rolling beats which complement Quamé's flow perfectly before the record is rounded out by the tough yet jazzy brilliance of rap confessional "Hope She Remembers Me". Just sensational.

Upon its original release, Quamallah himself declared: "My favorite time period for Hip Hop music was definitely between 1983 and 1994 with 1988 and 1993 being two years that standout as extremely impressive years musically and culturally. The fashion, slang, movies, TV shows and vibe during those years was incredible. While totally submerged in the feelings and music of that entire time period, I went to work on Invisible Man and I am excited for people to hear the result! It is an album that I would want to hear from some of my favorite artists of the past and present today. This is not a RETRO trip for me; this is me at my best lyrically and spiritually using the accessories of the 80s and 90s to fuel me. I am a 88 soul as the song states!"

This album goes deep. It goes all in. When Invisible Man first came out it had a real hold on us here at Be With HQ. We couldn't stop listening to it. We'd venture to say it's one of the top 25 rap records of the 2000s. In the years since its release, it has remained a criminally underrated record, an increasingly hidden gem. We sincerely hope this first time double LP release will go some way to correct this. It's been mastered for vinyl by Simon Francis, cut by Cicely Balston and pressed at Record Industry. Finally available on the format it should always have been on, it must never be rendered invisible again.

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Beastie Boys

3LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Capitol)

120,99 €*

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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The Salvation 15th Anniversary Colored Vinyl Edition

Skyzoo

LP | 2009 | US | Reissue (Duck Down)

The Gift Feat. Edan & Mr.Lif

Release: 2009 / US – Reissue

Genre: Hip Hop

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Originally released September 29, 2009, Skyzoo’s first official full-length LP “The Salvation” is celebrating its 15th Anniversary this fall, via Duck Down Records. The Brooklyn-raised emcee first came to prominence on various Mix CD releases at the peak of hip hop’s blog era, but the album firmly established him as a major talent to be reckoned with, reminding hip hop fans that the hip hop music can still be true to life and heartfelt. An all-star roster of producers contributed beats to the project, including Just Blaze, 9th Wonder, Nottz, Illmind, Black Milk, and Needlz. The 15th Anniversary vinyl will be pressed on a limited edition Navy Blue and White marbled vinyl, matching the colors of the most famous fitted cap from New York.

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Whitefield Brothers

12" | 2010 | US | Original (Now-Again)

9,99 €*

Louieville Sluggah of OGC

Release: 2010 / US – Original

Genre: Hip Hop, Organic Grooves

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/ Gifted Oh No Remix ... Lead single from the "Earthology" album with an extra gifted Oh No remix on the B.

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Best Kept Secret

CD | 2010 | US | Original (Chamber Musik)