The shock of innovation emanating from the underground
A dark, raw sound combined with collective energy, this was a turning point that defined the direction of '90s hip-hop.
This was the debut album of the Wu-Tang Clan, and it had a decisive influence on East Coast hip hop. Characterized by RZA's lo-fi beats and sample processing, the album maintains a sense of unity despite the clash of personalities of each MC. The incorporation of cinematic references and the concept of Shaolin created a unique worldview that had a profound influence on subsequent artists. It's a historic work that elevated hip hop to the level of artistic expression.
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12 TRACKS:
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1)
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Bring Da Ruckus
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2)
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Shame On A Nigga
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3)
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Clan In Da Front
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4)
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Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber
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5)
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Can It Be All So Simple
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6)
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Da Mystery Of Chessboxin'
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7)
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Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthing Ta F' Wit
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8)
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C.R.E.A.M.
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9)
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Method Man
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10)
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Protect Ya Neck
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11)
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Tearz
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12)
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Wu-Tang: 7th Chamber - Part II
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Written-By - Wu-Tang Clan
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Scratches - 4th Disciple
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Programmed By - Prince Rakeem
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Producer, Mixed By, Arranged By - Prince Rakeem "The RZA"
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Engineer - Ethan Ryman (1 to 5, 7 to 12)
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Mastered By - Chris Gehringer
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Photography By - Daniel Hastings
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Executive-Producer - Robert Diggs
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Executive-Producer - Dennis Coles
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Executive-Producer - Oli Grant
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Executive-Producer - Mitchell Diggs
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Art Direction - Jacqueline Murphy
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Design - Amy Wenzler
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Set Designer - Richard Bravo (2)
