Big L loses points for the spelling on this album and a lot of the song names, but then swiftly regains them and adds to his existing point tally as soon as I press play on my iPod.
Big L ferocious lyrics, witty punchlines and venomous delivery makes me understand why he was such a revered MC prior to his untimely death in 1999. The grimy production matches the dark nature of L's lyrics with beats supplied by fellow D.I.T.C. group members Buckwild, Lord Finesse and Showbiz and it's clear to see the chemistry that his New York based crew.
'8 is Enuff' is probably one of hip-hop's best posse cuts featuring Buddah Bless, Herb McGruff, Cam'ron (then known as Killa Cam) ,Mike Boogie, Terra, Big Twan, and Trooper J (all of whom come from L's neighborhood), you would think that having 8 MC's on one track would be a bit much but it works on this occasion. 'Street struck' is one of the more socially conscious songs, "Da Graveyard" is another stellar posse cut featuring Lord Finesse, Microphone Nut, (A young) Jay-Z ,Party Arty and Grand Daddy I.U. and 'MVP' is another uplifting song that is a welcome break to the harsh themes of some of the songs.
Ultimately, this is a very good debut from one of hip-hops best MC's who was sadly taken from us to soon. This album is a very good listen and is recommended if you are a fan of early '90's New York hip-hop (think Nas' Illmatic), it's not recommended if you get easily offended.
Until tomorrow.....
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