The Best of Run-DMC
Run-DMC · 2003
38 min · 10 tracks · hardcore hip-hop · East Coast hip-hop · rap rock
A celebration of hip-hop's golden age, merging hard-hitting beats with clever rhymes and charismatic delivery.
The Best of Run-DMC is an album by Run-DMC, released in 2003. A celebration of hip-hop's golden age, merging hard-hitting beats with clever rhymes and charismatic delivery. This collection solidified Run-DMC's status as pioneers in hip-hop, featuring classic tracks that helped define the genre. Notably, 'My Adidas' became a cultural touchstone for sneaker culture, while the group garnered significant commercial success, influencing countless artists and contributing to hip-hop's mainstream popularity. The album received positive reviews and is considered essential listening for understanding the evolution of rap music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Best of Run-DMC sound like?
A celebration of hip-hop's golden age, merging hard-hitting beats with clever rhymes and charismatic delivery. Rooted in hardcore hip-hop and East Coast hip-hop.
What makes The Best of Run-DMC by Run-DMC notable?
This collection solidified Run-DMC's status as pioneers in hip-hop, featuring classic tracks that helped define the genre. Notably, 'My Adidas' became a cultural touchstone for sneaker culture, while the group garnered significant commercial success, influencing countless artists and contributing to hip-hop's mainstream popularity. The album received positive reviews and is considered essential listening for understanding the evolution of rap music. Released in 2003, this compilation album marked the end of an era for Run-DMC, showcasing their influential discography. It arrived after their last studio album, 'Crown Royal' (2001), and highlighted their role in popularizing hip-hop during the 1980s and early 1990s. The album served as a reminder of their groundbreaking contributions to the genre as they transitioned into legacy artists.
How many songs are on The Best of Run-DMC?
The Best of Run-DMC has 10 tracks, running approximately 38 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 King of Rock Standout 5:13
- 2 It’s Tricky 3:04
- 3 My Adidas Standout 2:49
- 4 Down With The King 5:04
- 5 Hollis Crew (Krush-Groove 2) 3:13
- 6 It's Like That 4:49
- 7 Jam-Master Jay 3:12
- 8 I'm Not Going Out Like That 4:56
- 9 Roots, Rap, Reggae 3:11
- 10 Proud to Be Black 3:14
Release Date
January 1, 2003
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
38 min 49 sec
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