Strictly Platinum
Princess Superstar · 1996
40 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · house · electro house
A playful blend of electroclash beats and hip-hop bravado, embodying the spirit of mid-90s underground culture.
Strictly Platinum is an album by Princess Superstar, released in 1996. A playful blend of electroclash beats and hip-hop bravado, embodying the spirit of mid-90s underground culture. 'Strictly Platinum' is significant for its role in shaping the electroclash genre and has been influential among subsequent artists seeking to blend pop, hip-hop, and electronic sounds. The album gained critical acclaim, with particular praise from outlets like 'Spin' and 'The Village Voice', highlighting its fresh take on production and lyrical content that resonated within the underground music community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Strictly Platinum sound like?
A playful blend of electroclash beats and hip-hop bravado, embodying the spirit of mid-90s underground culture. Rooted in hip-hop and house.
What makes Strictly Platinum by Princess Superstar notable?
'Strictly Platinum' is significant for its role in shaping the electroclash genre and has been influential among subsequent artists seeking to blend pop, hip-hop, and electronic sounds. The album gained critical acclaim, with particular praise from outlets like 'Spin' and 'The Village Voice', highlighting its fresh take on production and lyrical content that resonated within the underground music community. Released in 1996, 'Strictly Platinum' was Princess Superstar's debut album, emerging from New York City's vibrant underground scene. At this time, she was establishing herself as a notable figure in the burgeoning electroclash movement, which fused punk aesthetics with electronic music elements. This record marked her introduction to a broader audience, setting the stage for her future works.
How many songs are on Strictly Platinum?
Strictly Platinum has 12 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Theme Song 2:28
- 2 I'm So... Standout 3:08
- 3 Blue Beretta 2:42
- 4 Smooth 5:09
- 5 I'm White Standout 3:22
- 6 Fried Chicken: A Day in the Life Standout 2:50
- 7 Another Day 3:36
- 8 Flavis Special 4:20
- 9 No More Songs 3:18
- 10 Crush 2:52
- 11 An' I'm Outro 0:51
- 12 Affirmative Action 5:52
Release Date
January 1, 1996
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
40 min 33 sec
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