De La Soul - 3 Feet High & Rising (Chrysalis)

3 Feet High & Rising revolutionised hip-hop through its playful irreverence and sonic innovation, establishing the trio as architects of alternative rap aesthetics. Released in 1989, this landmark album eschews gangsta rap conventions in favour of whimsical production, clever wordplay, and genre-defying samples that create a kaleidoscopic listening experience. Sampling artists as diverse as Hall & Oates, Steely Dan and The Turtles, Trugoy, Posdnuos, and Maseo craft narratives ranging from humorous to introspective, underpinned by Prince Paul's visionary production work. The album's influence on subsequent hip-hop generations remains immeasurable—a cornerstone release that proved rap could be intellectually rigorous, artistically adventurous, and genuinely entertaining simultaneously. Three really is the magic number.

Version: Opaque Magenta 180g 2LP Vinyl with Comic Insert

Released: 31st March 2023

Condition: New Sealed