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Nas - Illmatic

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Nas - Illmatic (Black Vinyl LP)

 

This is a black vinyl pressing of Nas's debut studio album, Illmatic, widely and consistently hailed as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. Released in 1994, this record stands as a landmark of the genre, defining the sound and lyrical complexity of 90s East Coast hip-hop.

With production from an all-star team including DJ Premier, Large Professor, Pete Rock, and Q-Tip, Illmatic features a stripped-down, gritty soundscape that perfectly complements Nas's intricate rhymes and vivid storytelling. At just 20 years old, Nas delivered a masterful portrait of life in the Queensbridge housing projects, with every track a densely layered piece of lyrical genius.

From the iconic opening of "N.Y. State of Mind" to the unforgettable anthem "The World Is Yours" and the classic collaboration "Life's a Bitch" with AZ, Illmatic is a flawless album with no filler. The black vinyl format provides a deep, authentic listening experience, letting you fully appreciate the album's rich texture and timeless sound. This is an essential for any record collection, a true piece of musical history.

Tracklist:

Side A:

  1. The Genesis

  2. N.Y. State of Mind

  3. Life's a Bitch

  4. The World Is Yours

  5. Halftime

Side B:

  1. Memory Lane (Sittin' in da Park)

  2. One Love

  3. One Time 4 Your Mind

  4. Represent

  5. It Ain't Hard to Tell