Nas - Illmatic XX

Nas - Illmatic XX

Media Condition:  Mint (M)
Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)

Format:      CD, Album, RE + CD, Comp + RM, Gat
Country:    Europe  
Released:  2016
Genre:       Hip Hop
Style:         Boom Bap, Conscious

Track List:

. Illmatic
CD1-1. The Genesis 1:45
CD1-2. N.Y. State Of Mind 4:53
CD1-3. Life’s A Bitch 3:29
CD1-4. The World Is Yours 4:50
CD1-5. Halftime 4:20
CD1-6. Memory Lane (Sittin’ In Da Park) 4:07
CD1-7. One Love 5:24
CD1-8. One Time 4 Your Mind 3:18
CD1-9. Represent 4:13
CD1-10. It Ain’t Hard To Tell 3:22
. Demos, Remixes & Live Radio
CD2-1. I'm A Villain 4:30
CD2-2. The Stretch Armstrong And Bobbito Show 7:46
CD2-3. Halftime (Butcher Remix) 4:36
CD2-4. It Ain't Hard To Tell (Remix) 2:49
CD2-5. One Love (LG Main Mix) 5:32
CD2-6. Life's A Bitch (Arsenal Mix) 3:30
CD2-7. One Love (One L Main Mix) 5:43
CD2-8. The World Is Yours (Tip Mix) 4:28
CD2-9. It Ain't Hard To Tell (The Stink Mix) 3:20
CD2-10. It Ain't Hard To Tell (The Laidback Remix) 3:36

Notes: 

Issued in a cardboard gatefold, both discs are black. Sticker on cover: A MASTERPIECE - Original debut album REMASTERED - 2nd Disc features 10 rare remixes, demos & freestyles - 24 page booklet - Includes liner notes by Sacha Jenkins, tributes & rare photos Track 2-2 full title: The Stretch Armstrong And Bobbito Show on WKCR, October 28, 1993, feat. Nas, 6'9", Jungle & Grand Wizard. Mastered by Joe Palmaccio at The Place... For Mastering, Nashville. Publishers: Track 2: Gifted Pearl/Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music (ASCAP) Track 3: Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music/Minder Music (USA) (ASCAP)/Taking Care Of Business Music/Total Experience Music Publishing Co. (BMI) Track 4: Hit’N’Hold Music (ASCAP) Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music/Pete Rock Publishing (ASCAP) Track 5: Large Professor Music Ltd./EMI April Music Inc./Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music/Minder Music (USA) (ASCAP) Track 6: EMI Unart Catalog Inc./Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music/Gifted Pearl (ASCAP) Track 7: Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music (ASCAP)/MJQ Music, Inc. (BMI) Track 8, 10: Large Professor Music Ltd./EMI April Music Inc./Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music (ASCAP) Track 9: Ill Will Music, Inc./Skematics Music/DJ Premier Publishing/Gifted Pearl (ASCAP) Track 2, 6, 9: Recorded and Mixed at D&D Recording, NYC Track 3: Recorded and Mixed at Unique Studios and Chung King Studios, NYC Track 4, 7: Recorded and Mixed at Battery Studios, NYC Track 5, 8, 10: Recorded and Mixed at Chung King Studios, NYC Track 10 Initial Tracking at PowerPlay Studios, Long Island City, NY Samples: Track 2: contains sample from “Mind Rain” as performed and written by J. Chambers Track 3: contains sample from “Yearning For Your Love” as performed by The Gap Band and written by R. Wilson and O. Scott used courtes of Polygram Special Products, Inc. Track 4: “It’s Yours” performed by La Rock, courtesy of Warlock Records Track 5: contains samples from “Dead End,” “Soul Travelin’” and “School Boy Crush” Track 6: contains sample “We’re In Love” as performed by Reuben Wilson and written by R. Wilson and P. Barsella Track 7: contains sample from “Smilin’ Billy Suite Pt. II” as performed by The Heath Brothers and written by J. Heath Track 8: contains sample from “Walter L” as written by G. Burton Track 10: contains samples from “Human Nature” as performed by Michael Jackson and written by J. Bettis and J. Pocaro; and “N.T.” as performed by Kool & The Gang and written by G. Redd, Jr., R. Handy, C. Horne, R. Bell, R. Bell, R. Mickens, D. Thomas, G. Brown and C. Smith © 1994, 2014, 2016 Columbia Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment / ℗ 1992, 1994, 2014 Columbia Records, a division of Sony Music Entertainment / All rights reserved / Made in the EU / LC00162 / 88985363562

Comments: 

Goldmine Grading Guide

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Mint (M)

Absolutely perfect in every way. Certainly never been played, possibly even still sealed.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

A nearly perfect record. A NM or M- record has more than likely never been played, and the vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as any sign of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

The item will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a Very Good Plus (VG+) item should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches, and slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. Paper products like sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.

Very Good (VG)

The item’s defects will be more pronounced. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music. Wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches on vinyl (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels, covers, and sleeves may be marred by writing or have tape, stickers, and residue attached. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.

Good (G), Good Plus( G+)

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Poor (P), Fair (F)

The item is cracked, badly warped, and won’t play through without skipping or repeating. The container or cover could be cracked, water-damaged, and heavily marred by wear or writing. If it is a vinyl record, the album cover and inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon.