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No One Can Do It Better songs The title says it all. In 1988, when this album was released, Public Enemy's music cut with a wholly revolutionary edge. Rarely has fear, anger, paranoia and anxiety been so masterfully compressed onto a record's grooves. The Bomb Squad's artistry is the keynote to the hard, lean delivery, while Chuck D's supremely pointed lyrics leave no stone of the black experience unturned. It is not comfortable listening, but on tracks such as 'Don't Believe The Hype', 'Night Of The Living Baseheads' and 'Rebel Without A Pause' the listener is left in no doubt that they are facing a fantastically potent force. Recorded at Greene Street Recording, Chung King House Of Metal, New York, New York, Sabella Recording, Roslyn, New York & Spectrum City Studios, Hempstead, New York. Engineers include: Nick Sansano, Matt Tritto, Chris Shaw. Personnel: Fab 5 Freddy, Harry Allen, Flavor Flav, Oris Josphe, Erica Johnson, Professor Griff, Chuck D (vocals); Eric "Vietnam" Sadler, Hank Shocklee (programming); Johnny Juice Rosado (scratches, turntables); Norman Lee Rogers (scratches); Terminator X (turntables). Audio Mixers: Keith Boxley; DJ Chuck Chillout; Rod Hui; Steven Ett. Recording information: Chung King House Of MEtal, New York, NY; Greene Street Recording Studio, New York, NY; Sabella Recording, New York, NY; Spectrum City Studios, New York, NY. Photographer: Glen E. Friedman. Unknown Contributor Roles: Eric "Vietnam" Sadler; Flavor Flav; Professor Griff; Terminator X; Chuck D. Public Enemy: Chuck D, Flavor Flav (vocals); Norman "Terminator X" Rogers (scratches); Professor Griff (background vocals); The Security Of The First World. Additional personnel: Eric "Vietnam" Sadler, Hank Shocklee (programming); Johnny ...

No One Can Do It Better CD music In the history of rap music, there are few artists who can be labeled as pioneers. One such artist is Slick Rick who, along with partner Doug E. Fresh, is the rapper responsible for such long-standing hip-hop classics as "The Show" and "La Di Da Di." With the special rhythmic flow of his accented vocals (he was born and raised in England) and powerful, innovative production, THE GREAT ADVENTURES OF SLICK RICK further led Rick Walters down the road of quick, massive fame and sealed his reputation as a master MC. At the time of this solo debut, Slick Rick's personalized style was ground-breaking. The first single, "Children's Story," crowned Rick the king of rap's storytellers. He was able to turn the truthful pain and hardships of his community into entertaining tales that opened the eyes of the industry, and gave hip-hop a new thematic avenue. With the exception of LL Cool J's "I Need Love," Rick's "Teenage Love" was rap's most popular slow jam, dealing realistically with troubles of the heart experienced by most inner-city youngsters. Taking on the role of various characters--particularly, The Ruler and MC Ricky D--Slick Rick also began the role-playing, playwright style of rap music that is continuously used by any number of gangsta crews. Although it was released in 1988, THE GREAT ADVENTURES OF SLICK RICK has had a lasting impact on the hip-hop nation, which still pays hommage by continuously sampling "Hey Young World" and featuring the album's most famous cut, "Mona Lisa," at parties on both coasts. Personnel includes: Slick Rick (rap vocals); Vance Wright (DJ). Producers include: Ricky Walters, Jason Mizell, Hank Shocklee, Eric Sadler.

No One Can Do It Better buy CD music Too Short never had the skills or technique of LL Cool J or Big Daddy Kane, but what the Oakland rapper lacks in technique, he's always more than made up for with irresistible, '70s-inspired funk grooves that simply won't quit. When Short -- after enjoying a small cult following for a few years in Northern California -- joined a major label with Life Is...Too Short's predecessor, Born to Mack, too many East Coast MCs were inundating hip-hop with clichéd tracks consisting of only James Brown samples and a drum machine. Too Short, however, presented an attractive alternative with highly melodic, danceable tracks that made no secret of his love of '70s funk heroes like Parliament, the Ohio Players, and Cameo. This CD's X-rated, sexually explicit lyrics received their share of vehement criticism, and the MC responded that Too Short is an outrageous character who shouldn't be taken too seriously. Be that as it may, his commanding reflection on the drug plague, "City of Dope," underscores the fact that he could be just as effective with social commentary instead of exploiting sex. ~ Alex Henderson All songs written or co-written by Too Short. Recorded at One Little Indian Music, El Cerrito, California. Personnel: Al Eaton (guitar, keyboards); Todd Shaw (keyboards, programming, drum programming); Helen Kim, Janna Thomas, Jeanette Wright (background vocals). Audio Mixers: Al Eaton; Todd Shaw. Recording information: One Little Indian Music. Photographer: Victor Hall. Personnel: Todd "Too Short" Shaw (rap vocals, keyboards, drum programming), Al Eaton (guitars, keyboards), E. Francis, R. Fielding (drum programming), Janna Thomas, Jeanette Wright, Helen Kim, Sharlena Brooks (background vocals).

No One Can Do It Better album for sale Released only a month after Straight Outta Compton (1988), Eazy-Duz-It was the first N.W.A spin-off album. Years before Ice Cube went solo with Amerikkka's Most Wanted (1990), before Dr. Dre changed the rap game with The Chronic (1992), before MC Ren struggled to establish himself with Shock of the Hour (1993), and before Yella simply fell into obscurity, Eazy-E rose to immediate superstar status with this solo debut. It's no wonder why, for the album plays like a humorous, self-centered twist on Straight Outta Compton with Eazy-E, the most charismatic member of N.W.A, front and center while his associates are busy behind the scenes, producing the beats and writing the songs. In terms of production, Dr. Dre and Yella meld together P-Funk, Def Jam-style hip-hop, and the leftover electro sounds of mid-'80s Los Angeles, creating a dense, funky, and thoroughly unique style of their own. In terms of songwriting, the D.O.C., Ice Cube, and MC Ren are each credited; plus, Ren performs raps of his own on five of the 12 songs. The collaborative nature of the music -- with Dre and Yella producing; the D.O.C., Ice Cube, and MC Ren writing the songs; MC Ren featured as a guest on half of them; and Eazy-E performing -- fortunately makes Eazy-Duz-It more of an N.W.A effort than a true solo album. This is fortunate because as charismatic as he may be, Eazy-E isn't an especially gifted MC. He's at his best here when he's cracking wise and also when he's overshadowed by Dr. Dre's productions, particularly on the four-song sequence of "Eazy Duz It," "We Want Eazy," "Eazy-er Said Than Dunn," and "Radio" -- all heavily produced songs with layers upon layers of samples and beats competing with Eazy-E's rhymes for attention. Straight Outta Compton is no doubt the more revolutionary album, yet Eazy-Duz-It is a great companion, showcasing N.W.A's sense of humor and, despite the often violent subject matter, casting them in a lighter, more humorous mood. When Eazy-E would return with a second solo release, 5150 Home 4 tha Sick, his N.W.A associates would be M.I.A. and the difference would be stark. ~ Jason Birchmeier All tracks have been digitally remastered. This contains as bonus material the EP 5150 HOME 4 THA SICK. Parental Adv.-Incl.Bonus EP "5150 Home 4 Tha Sick"Remastrd Recorded at Audio Achievements, Torrance, California. Personnel: Eazy-E, Menajahtwa, Buckwheat, Will1, At Band Klan (rap vocals). Producers include: Dr. Dre, Yella, Naughty By Nature, Cold 187UM, Bobby "Bobcat" Ervin. Personnel: Eazy-E, Menajahtwa, Buckwheat, Will 1X, At Band Klan (rap vocals). Producers: Naughty By Nature, Cold 187UM, Bobby "Bobcat" Ervin, Dr. Jam, Madness 4 Real. Recording information: Audio Achievemens, Torrance, CA. Photographers: Dean Karr; Eric Poppleton. Personnel: Eazy-E, M.C. Ren (vocals); Dr. Dre (vocals, programming); Yella (drums, scratches).

No One Can Do It Better CD music This contains as bonus material the EP 100 MILES AND RUNNIN'. Though original NWA member Ice Cube would be well on his way to a successful solo career, Easy E would later pass away from AIDS, and Dr. Dre would be a year or so away from rolling out THE CHRONIC, 1991's NIGGAZ4LIFE is still a terrific collection of street gems. There is no denying the ruggedness of tracks like "Real Niggaz Don't Die," "Alwayz Into Somethin'," and the title track. Having Dr. Dre behind the boards with DJ Yella makes for a slamming combination of energy and grit. Though this album would be NWA's last as a group, it helped NWA strengthen the role the group played in bringing West Coast-style hip-hop to the masses. Some of the other tracks to check out are "Appetite for Destruction," "Real Niggaz," and the comic-sexual "She Swallowed It." NIGGAZ4LIFE is a classic. All tracks have been digitally remastered. Parental Adv. .Incl. "100 Miles" EP. Recorded at Audio Achievements, Torrance, California. Recorded at Audio Achievements, Torrance, California. Includes liner notes by Phyllis Pollack. Niggaz With Attitudes: Eazy-E, DJ Yella, Dr. Dre and M.C. Ren (rap vocals). N.W.A.: Eazy-E, DJ Yella, Dr. Dre and M.C. Ren (rap vocals). 1 EP & 2 LPs on 2 CDs: ELIF4ZAGGIN (1991)/100 MILES AND RUNNING (1990)/STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON (1989). Personnel: Mike Sims (guitar). Audio Remasterer: Kris Solem. Liner Note Author: Phyllis Pollack. Recording information: Audio Achievements, Torrance, CA. Illustrator: Steve Huston. Photographers: David Provost; Peter Dokus. Additional personnel: Mike "Crazy Neck" Sims (guitar).

No One Can Do It Better buy CD music As one of the MCs in the classic crew NWA, Ice Cube made a name for himself at an early age, helping to pioneer West Coast hip-hop. Ironically though, Cube's debut solo album, AMERIKKKA'S MOST WANTED, is deep-rooted in fast-paced tracks that are reminiscent of the East Coast sound that help define Public Enemy. In fact, it was the Bomb Squad who produced most of the album. Tracks like "The Nigga ya Love to Hate" and "Turn Off the Radio" are high-energy gems that show the fiery delivery that helped make Cube one of the industry's true stars. Recommended tracks include "Once Upon a Time in the Projects," "Rollin' Wit the Lench Mob," and "Endangered Species (Tales From the Darkside)," the last of which has a guest appearance from Chuck D. AMERIKKKA'S MOST WANTED is truly one of the defining albums of the rap age; an instant classic that's sure to stand the test of time. This reissue contains the EP KILL AT WILL as a bonus. . + Incl."Kill At Will" EP. Recorded at Greene Street Studios, New York, New York. Includes liner notes by Alan Light. Personnel: Ice Cube, Yo-Yo, Chuck D, Flava Flav (rap vocals); Al "Purple" Hays (guitar, bass); Vincent Henry (flute, saxophone); Tim "Timteo" Rollins (piano); Dan Wood, Epitome Of Scratch, Krissta, Keith Shocklee, Sir Jinx, J. Dee, Ricky Harris, D.E.L., T-Bone, Son Of Beserk, Lil Les (background vocals). Producers include: Hank Shocklee, Ice Cube, Chuck D, Sir Jinx, Yo-Yo.