De La Soul – Stakes Is High [1996 Tommy Boy Promo LP] VG+/VG Hip Hop Classic
  $   66

 


$ 66 Sold For
Aug 22, 2025 Sold Date
Aug 15, 2025 Start Date
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Description

Original 1996 Tommy Boy Records promotional vinyl LP of Stakes Is High, catalog #TB 1149. A landmark in conscious hip hop, this is the scarce promo edition — stamped on the back cover (lower left corner) — and pressed in the USA.

This LP features some of De La Soul’s sharpest lyricism and innovative production, with guest appearances from Common, Mos Def, and more. Highly sought-after by collectors for its authentic mid-’90s boom bap sound and historical significance.

✅ Item Details:

  • Record: VG+ — Clean vinyl with no major scuffs or playback issues.

  • Sleeve: VG — Light shelf wear, faint edge marks, and a mild ringwear imprint on the front.

  • Promo Stamp: Clear & sharp on the back cover.

  • Original Labels: Present and correct for track verification.

  • Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Promo

  • Label: Tommy Boy – TB 1149

  • Country: USA

  • Released: 1996

  • Genre: Hip Hop

  • Style: Conscious, Boom Bap

Track Highlights:

  • Stakes Is High – The iconic title track calling out the commercialization of hip hop.

  • Big Brother Beat – Featuring Mos Def in his early career prime.

  • The Bizness – A razor-sharp collaboration with Common.

Why You’ll Love It:
This isn’t just a record — it’s a cornerstone of 1990s hip hop history, capturing De La Soul’s artistry at a time when the culture was shifting. The promo edition is considerably harder to find than standard retail copies.

Shipping & Handling:
All records are packed in sturdy mailers with the vinyl outside the sleeve to prevent seam splits. Ships via USPS Media Mail (upgrades available).

Please feel free to message me with any questions or to request additional photos.
Thanks for looking — and keep the needle dropping!


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