Archive - RAP & Hip Hop Vinyl Records

LP Record The legendary American rapper Eminem releases his eleventh studio album, Music to Be Murdered By. Just like his previous record Kamikaze, it was released without any prior announcement and under the name of Eminem's 'reincarnated' alter ego, Slim Shady. The album, produced by figures including Dr. Dre, features 20 tracks with guest appearances from artists such as Skylar Grey, Ed Sheeran, Young M.A., and the late Juice WRLD. Two of the three album cover versions are a paraphrase of the 1958 album of the same name by Jeff Alexander, whose cover features the king of horror, Alfred Hitchcock, who was also a major inspiration for Eminem's latest record.

LP Record Before Stormzy released his platinum-selling debut album "Gang Signs & Prayers" in February 2017, many would have described him as a promising rapper on the UK scene. Two years later, that description doesn't even come close. Known for developing the underground music landscape and contributing as a political firebrand, Stormzy is a true voice for Black empowerment and social activism. Despite headlining numerous European festivals, including Glastonbury and Melt!, Stormzy says of his superstar status, "I'm a person who constantly feels like they have something to prove." With "Vossi Bop", the first single from the album "Heavy Is The Head", Stormzy literally broke out of obscurity in April.

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LP Record The Fall is the fourth studio album by the band Gorillaz, released on 25 October 2010. The album was announced on 20 September 2010 and was released in the United Kingdom on 25 October 2010. It was produced by Gorillaz, Damon Albarn and Remi Kabaka, and was recorded in London and West Africa. The album was recorded in London and West Africa.

LP Record Superstar Ed Sheeran releases his new album "No. 6 Collaborations Project" on CD and vinyl! 15 hits, all featuring his absolute favourite artists. Ed Sheeran is the most successful musician in the world and one of the most influential artists of our century. His three albums "+", "x" (DE #1) and "÷" (DE #1) have sold over 45 million copies worldwide to date, breaking all global records. "÷" was the most successful international album of the year in Germany for two years running. This diamond-certified masterpiece spawned a series of gold, platinum, and diamond-certified singles, including the global hits "Shape Of You" (approaching 2× diamond) and "Perfect" (1× diamond).

LP Record The Golden Age is the debut studio album by French artist Woodkid. It was released on 18 March 2013 through the independent label Green United Music. Woodkid wrote, produced, and recorded the album, with additional production by Markus Dravs. The album features guest appearances from Justin Vernon of Bon Iver, Bryce Dessner of The National, and rapper Kid Cudi.

LP Record Dreamland 2020 is finally here: the eagerly awaited third album from Glass Animals. "Dreamland" follows on from "Zaba" (2014) and the Mercury Prize-nominated "How to Be A Human Being" (2016). The band is still made up of friends Dave Bayley, Joe Seaward, Ed Irwin-Singer and Drew MacFarlane. For the album "Dreamland", Glass Animals recorded 16 tracks that feature their usual exciting mix of indie rock and alternative with influences of R'n'B, trip-hop, art pop and more. According to the band, the album's content revolves around some of life's most confusing moments: growing up, from the very first childhood memories to the present day. These moments are often funny, sometimes embarrassing, sometimes heartbreaking, sometimes about love or hate, and about sexuality.

LP Record Compton (A Soundtrack by Dr. Dre) is the third studio album by American rapper and producer Dr. Dre. It was released on 7 August 2015 by Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, and Beats Electronics. This is Dr. Dre's first album release in 16 years, following his 2001 album. It also serves as the soundtrack to the 2015 biographical film Straight Outta Compton. The album features guest appearances from artists including Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Xzibit, The Game, and Ice Cube.

LP Record 2018 was arguably Ariana Grande's most successful year, with 2 Grammy nominations, a YouTube record for the "Thank U, Next" music video, and being named Billboard's "Woman Of The Year 2018". Riding this wave of success, she is now releasing her fifth album. It features the singles "thank u, next" and "imagine", which have surprised her fans in recent weeks, along with 10 other tracks. After several private headlines and breaking up with her fiancé Pete Davidson, she expressed gratitude to her former partners in the single "Thank U, Next", explaining that the most important relationship in her life is self-love.

LP Record Gorillaz: G Sides is a compilation album by Gorillaz, released on 26 November 2001. The album consists of B-sides and remixes from the band's first two singles, "Clint Eastwood" and "19-2000".

LP Record Abel Tesfaye, the man behind The Weeknd, conquered the charts late last year with his apocalyptically catchy soundscapes, blending ethereal soul and R&B drenched in intoxication. His debut album, Trilogy, which combined three acclaimed mixtapes – House Of Balloons, Thursday, and Echoes of Silence – reached number four on the US Billboard chart and sold over 350000 copies. With the song "Belong To The World", the mysterious singer and songwriter from Toronto now releases the first taste of his upcoming album, Kiss Land. Since the release of House of Balloons, 1.

LP Record The Slim Shady LP is Eminem's first studio album, released on 23 February 1999. It was the first album released on Eminem's own label, Shady Records, and was co-produced by Dr. Dre and Eminem. The album was both a critical and commercial success, debuting at number two on the Billboard 200 chart and selling over two million copies in the United States. The lead single from the album, "My Name Is", became a hit in the United States, peaking at number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The album's second single, "Guilty Conscience", featuring Dr. Dre, also became a hit, reaching number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album's third and final single, "Brain Damage", charted at number 59 on the Billboard Hot 100.

LP Record Licensed to Ill, released on 15 November 1986, is the debut studio album by the Beastie Boys. It was the first hip hop album to top the Billboard chart. The album was produced by Rick Rubin, the co-founder of Def Jam Recordings. While initially criticised for its graphic and offensive lyrics, the album was later praised for its influence on hip hop, punk rock and rock music. In February 1992, the album was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.

LP Record 50 Cent: Best Of is a compilation album by American rapper 50 Cent, released on 24 November 2017 by Caroline Records. The album features tracks from 50 Cent's first four studio albums: 'Get Rich or Die Tryin'' (2003), The Massacre (2005), Curtis (2007) and Before I Self Destruct (2009), as well as the single "I Get Money" (2007) and the bonus track "How to Rob" (1999).

LP Record Good Girl Gone Bad (2007) is Rihanna's third studio album. For this album, Rihanna collaborated with various producers, including Christopher "Tricky" Stewart, Terius "Dream" Nash, Neo da Matrix, Timbaland, Carl Sturken, Evan Rogers and StarGate. Inspired by Brandy Norwood's fourth studio album Afrodisiac (2004), Good Girl Gone Bad is a pop, dance-pop and R&B album with 80s influences. It is considered a turning point in Rihanna's career, representing a departure from the Caribbean sound of her earlier albums. The album was nominated for seven Grammy Awards, winning Best Rap/Sung Collaboration for the track "Umbrella" at the 2008 ceremony.