Illmatic - Nas

************************************************** **** THE QUEENSBRIDGE ALBUMS (Columbia Records): ILLMATIC The Nas Album Collection - Part II Author: Blackman_Isaac Published by Blackman_Isaac for DIJEH inc. / Works of Art ************************************************** **** (Note: I originally posted this review on Ciao.co.uk in my ID name, DJ_primo ©) INTRODUCTION Welcome Dooyoo readers to part II of my Nas album series, where I shall enlighten you all with a classic tale of my experience of listening to 'ILLMATIC'. Illmatic' is the magnificent record created by Nas ...  Read the complete review

Released in 1994, "Illmatic" is a classic Hip Hop album by the rapper known then as Nasty Nas. It is regarded as one of the greatest Hip Hop albums of all time, which is incredible considering it was the debut of a 21 year old MC from Queensbridge, New York. 1. Genesis (Intro) 2. NY State Of Mind This is a perfect example of a time when Nas is able to force the listener into his way of thinking, along with DJ Primo, an atmosphere is created, which can only be described as a New York State of Mind, making you see things in a different light. It is made most apparent when he says "I don't sleep, cause sleep is the cousin of ...  Read the complete review

Well well well, how the hell do you review the album that most true purest hip hop fans percieve to be the greatest album of all time lol, no review can do this album justice but ima just break down the songs of this short 10 song classic 5 mic album of perfection nevertheless. 1 - The Genesis A classic intro track that any real hip hop head should instantly recognise as a sample from the critically acclaimed 5 star film 'wilstyle', a film that perfectly documents the growth and roots of hip hop culture, from its humble beginnings in the south Bronx New York city (including graffiti break dancing djing and rap). A short conversation from nas and one ...  Read the complete review

It has been widely stated that Illmatic is one of the finest albums to ever be made, it may only have sold 59,000 copies upon release in 1994, but over time, people's opinions have been kinder to the album than initial sales figures. The young Queensbridge, New York emcee penned Illmatic between the ages of just 18-20 which adds a real rawness and rough diamond feel to the album, something I think everyone has come to love about it. 1. The Genesis (1:45) - While only a skit to set the scene for the album, it is still listenable with the sample's used, most notably the "Live At The Barbeque" sample from Nas' first song in 1991 which mellows in the ...  Read the complete review