Legendary Classics Vol.1

Reissue! Before the acclaimed albums "Legends Never Die" and "All My Heroes Are Dead" brought his career to new heights, R.A. The Rugged Man spent years as an underrated rap enigma, with a slew of storied records to his name that had never received a proper release. With the 2009 compilation "Legendary Classics Vol. 1, R.A. finally unleashed many of the lost gems that earned him a reputation as one of hip-hop's most feared lyricists, showcasing his undeniable history. An essential collection from a true hip-hop original, the album features appearances by The Notorious B.I.G., Havoc of Mobb Deep, Jedi Mind Tricks, Kool G Rap, J-Live, Hell Razah, Tragedy Khadafi, Akinyele, and Sadat X, along with track-by-track commentary from the Rugged Man himself. This "Legendary Classics Vol. 1" reissue also includes the new bonus track “The Greatest” featuring famed Italian singer Marcella Puppini, which has never before been available on vinyl. Tracklisting: Give It Up (feat. J-Live) Supa Renaissance 2.0 (feat. Hell Razah, Tragedy Khadafi, and Timbo King) Windows Of The World (feat. Ayatollah and Dynasty The Emp) Uncommon Valor: A Vietnam Story (feat. Jedi Mind Tricks) Who's Dat Guy (feat. Havoc of Mobb Deep) L.I.'s Finest Stanley Kubrick Cunt Renaissance (feat. The Notorious B.I.G.) 3 Kingz (feat. Kool G Rap and Big John) Smithhaven Mall Posse Cut (feat. Hell Razah, Jojo Pellegrino, Remedy, and Blaq Poet) What The Fuck (feat. Akinyele) Poor People 50,000 Heads (feat. Sadat X) Effin' Yo' Bitch Every Record Label Sucks Dick The Greatest (feat. Marcella Puppini) (Bonus) -R.A. The Rugged Man is an independent hip-hop icon and has worked with rap legends like Wu-Tang Clan, Rakim, Ice-T, Chuck D of Public Enemy, Immortal Technique, Talib Kweli, Brand Nubian, Brother Ali, Masta Ace, and many more...