Artifacts - Wrong Side Of Da Tracks
Artifacts - Wrong Side Of Da Tracks - 1994
Crooklyn Dodgers - Special Ed, Masta Ace & Buckshot - Crooklyn
Crooklyn Dodgers - Special Ed, Masta Ace & Buckshot - Crooklyn - 1994
Smooth Ice - Smooth But Def
Remember this one? Smooth Ice - Smooth But Def - 1990
The Coup - "Fat Cats, Bigga Fish" - 1994
The Coup - "Fat Cats, Bigga Fish" - 1994
The Coup - "Fat Cats, Bigga Fish" - 1994
The Coup’s "G-n-cid- & Juice" is the second studio album from the politically charged Oakland hip-hop group, released in 1994. Known for their revolutionary, leftist stance, The Coup—fronted by Boots Riley—used this album to deliver sharp critiques on capitalism, racism, and systemic oppression, all while blending humor and wit into their rhymes.
The album title "G-n-cid- & Juice" plays on the popular phrase "Gin and Juice", contrasting the idea of partying and escapism with the harsh realities of social and political struggle. The Coup crafted a sound that mixed funk, soul, and West Coast beats, making their hard-hitting messages accessible through catchy grooves.
Standout tracks include:
"Fat Cats, Bigga Fish" – A story-driven track that critiques wealth disparity and corrupt capitalism through the eyes of a hustler.
"Takin' These" – A rebellious anthem that addresses systemic inequality and the need for self-empowerment.
Genocide & Juice is a powerful album that balances politically charged content with funky, head-nodding production, solidifying The Coup's reputation as one of the most socially conscious groups in hip-hop.
What’s your favorite track from G-n-cid- & Juice? Let’s give props to these hip-hop pioneers! 🎧👇
Big Joe Krash (Krs-One) - Break The Chain
Big Joe Krash (Krs-One) - Break The Chain 1994
Pete Rock & CL Smooth - Searching (visualizer)
Pete Rock & CL Smooth - Searching - 1994
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Public Enemy performing 'Shut Em Down' live 1992
Public Enemy performing 'Shut Em Down' live 1992
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Sample Breakdown - Nas - Halftime - 1992
IBWin' Wit My Crewin' - Yo Yo
IBWin' Wit My Crewin' - Yo Yo - 1993
YZ - So Far The Ghetto's Been Good To Me
YZ - So Far The Ghetto's Been Good To Me - 1993
Akinyele - The Bomb
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