Uptown Is Kickin' It (1986) Vinyl LP • Best of Hip Hop Crew, Heavy D. & The Boyz

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Import from Germany. Vinyl plays with occasional crackles (play-graded). Cover has a few creases near edges; light-scuffing, surface impressions (front/back); pen writing on front near right. Inner-sleeve is poly-lined paper. Spine is easy-to-read with mild-wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Text that is mostly readable across top-edge. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

1. Mr. Big Stuff (Heavy D. & The Boyz )
2. Why Me (Groove B Chill )
3. Bass Game (Finesse & Synquis )
4. Uptown Is Kickin' It (The Uptown Crew )
5. I Can't Stop (The Brothers Black )
6. He Cuts So Fresh (Marley Marl )
7. Stress (Woody Rock )

About The Record:

Uptown Is Kickin' It by Various Artists is a hip-hop compilation album that served as the debut release for the newly founded Uptown Records, showcasing its early roster collectively known as The Uptown Crew. This project holds historical significance as the inaugural effort from Andre Harrell's influential label, which would later become a powerhouse in blending hip-hop with R&B and launching stars in the new jack swing era. A unique aspect is its role in introducing Heavy D & The Boyz to a wider audience through their energetic remake of the classic Mr. Big Stuff. Fan-favorites include the title track Uptown Is Kickin' It by The Uptown Crew, which samples iconic breaks and features a promotional music video, as well as Marley Marl's scratching showcase He Cuts So Fresh. Other notable tracks are Bass Game by female duo Finesse & Synquis and Stress by Woody Rock, highlighting the label's diverse early talent.