Nas Illmatic (Vinyl Record)
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Setting the stage:
I started to “build a record collection” of sorts about 20 years ago. I was motivated to buy vinyl because of a record player I received as a gift. What I quickly found out was that the vinyl records market is very dense and convoluted. Despite my love for music and all of its versatility, I didn’t have much direction. I simply bought what I liked to listen to, and I ended up with a “collection” of original records (i.e. first pressing) and reissues. Some purchases were of new records and some purchases were of used records, but for the last 20 years or so (subject to release date), all of the records I am offering have been in my possession. In total, I’ve accumulated just over 100 records for my “record collection”. Ultimately, these records have been collecting dust sitting on my shelves. I’ve opened and unwrapped some of the records and others are as is. Have I listened to them all? No way. I would estimate I’ve listened to about 25 of the records and some of them even a few times. Any of these records can become part of your collection now. I will be posting them in batches because compiling a discography, cataloging, and photographing all these records has been much more difficult than buying them and enjoying them. By now you can probably tell I’m not very technical with the record jargon. I’ve dedicated an immense amount of time to compiling the most accurate information to provide you about the records I am offering. I believe all of the records are in good condition at a minimum. I purchased them all from reputable record stores and not at garage sales or flea markets. That being said, I am happy to answer questions on the higher dollar items ($50+), I won’t take pictures and fulfill a bunch of random requests for the low dollar items, I just don’t have the bandwidth. In the end, I believe you will be very satisfied with your purchase. Please make sure and check out my other lots, there will certainly be something up your alley. I have priced all the items to reflect their current condition. If you disagree with my assessments please do not make the purchase. All sales items are final and I will not accept returns. Now onto the good stuff…
Nas:
Nas, born Nasir Jones, is a poetic force in hip-hop and widely considered one of the greatest MCs of all time. Emerging from Queensbridge, New York, his rhymes are laced with street knowledge, literary depth, and unmatched lyrical craftsmanship. Nas brings stories to life with vivid imagery and complex rhyme patterns which bridging the street and the scholarly with precision and heart.
Nas - Illmatic:
Illmatic is hip-hop perfection. Released in 1994, it marked the debut of Nas and redefined what a rap album could be. With production from legends like DJ Premier, Pete Rock, Large Professor, and Q-Tip, and only 10 lean tracks, it’s often called the greatest hip-hop album ever made. Every beat hits, every verse matters, whether it’s the cinematic grit of “N.Y. State of Mind,” the introspective beauty of “One Love,” or the cool confidence of “The World Is Yours.” Critically acclaimed from day one, Illmatic earned 5 Mics from The Source, was later preserved by the Library of Congress, and has appeared on every major “Best Albums of All Time” list. It went Gold in 1996 and was eventually certified 2x Platinum, but its true value is cultural—it’s the Rosetta Stone of modern rap lyricism.
Record Details:
Label: Columbia / Sony Music
Catalog Number: COL 4719591
Pressing: LP Vinyl (1xLP, 33 RPM)
Identifiers: Barcode: 5099747595912. Spine: 4759591. Runout Markings: 01 475959 20 3A1. B676645
Condition (visually): Excellent
Notes: European reissue, Columbia red label, Perfect inner sleeve.
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