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1.1 Excursions1.2 Buggin' Out1.3 Rap Promoter1.4 Butter1.5 Verses from the Abstract1.6 Show Business1.7 Vibes and Stuff1.8 Infamous Date Rape1.9 Check the Rhime1.10 Everything Is Fair1.11 Jazz (We've Got)1.12 Skypager1.13 What?1.14 Scenario |
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| | Description: | Low End Theory by A Tribe Called Quest, released 12 November 1996, includes the following tracks: "Rap Promoter", "Verses From The Abstract", "Vibes And Stuff" and more.
This version of Low End Theory comes as a 2xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - de la Soul are remembered as the premier Native Tongues posse, those rappers who got low-key, self-consciously thoughtful, and jazzy in the face of gangsta's hardcore threats. But A Tribe Called Quest may have been even stronger, especially on their excellent second album, the bass-thumping, heavily jazz-sampled the Low End Theory. According to the opening "Excursions," rapper Q-Tip's old man says the disc's jazz-rap "reminded him of bebop," and Q calls himself "prominent like Shakespeare." But if Charlie Parker had ever written poetic couplets and backed them with funky-drummer and Ron Carter-on-bass grooves this irresistible, he might have been as big as the Bard and Brother James combined. - David Cantwell.Issued with black & white disc labels, unlike [r4357136]. Current sealed copies are likely [r8327155], which has NRP and RE3 in runouts.
Recorded and mixed at Battery Studios, Greene Street Studios and Soundtrack Studios. "Show Business" and "Everything Is Fair" programmed at Jazzy Jay's Studio. Additional engineering at Battery, Greene Street and Soundtrack.
Original 1996 copy gets mixed up with 2016 MRP pressing. Original 1996 pressing incorrectly states on label that ?Butter? is 2:13 but is 3:39.
Management/Direction: Chris Lighty for Violator Management
? 1991 Zomba Recording Corp. © 1991, 1996 Zomba Recording Corporation. Manufactured in the United States by Zomba Recording Corporation, 137-139 West 25th Street, New York, NY 10001"Low End Theory" is the groundbreaking second LP by A Tribe Called Quest, released by Jive Records. This album is widely regarded as a cornerstone of alternative hip-hop, blending jazz-infused beats with thought-provoking lyrics and innovative production techniques. Tracks like "Check the Rhime," "Jazz (We?ve Got)," and "Scenario" showcase the group?s unique style and lyrical prowess. The record played a pivotal role in shaping 1990s hip-hop culture and continues to influence artists today.
A Tribe Called Quest, formed in Queens, New York, consists of Q-Tip, Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad, and Jarobi White. Renowned for their intelligent lyricism and genre-blending soundscapes, they have achieved critical acclaim with albums such as "Midnight Marauders" and "Beats, Rhymes & Life." Their legacy includes multiple gold records and an enduring impact on both mainstream and underground music scenes.
Jive Records has been instrumental in launching some of the most influential acts across various genres since its founding in 1981. Known for supporting innovative artists in hip-hop, R&B, pop, and dance music?including Britney Spears *NSYNC*, R. Kelly,*and* Backstreet Boys?Jive's commitment to artistic excellence makes it a trusted name among music enthusiasts worldwide. | | | Producer: |
A Tribe Called Quest |
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14 |
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1241414181 |
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