This week we discuss the wordy and innovative Eric B. & Rakim. These guys made some extremely gnarly hip-hop during the late 80s and early 90s that paved the way for groups like the Wu-Tang Clan. Influential, awesome, and we had a great time dissecting each album.

Closing track: “Don’t Sweat the Technique” from Don’t Sweat the Technique (1992)

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Mike’s Picks:
Follow the Leader (1988) — Best Album, Personal Favorite
Paid in Full (1987) — Worst Album

Alex’s Picks:
Follow the Leader (1988) — Best Album
Paid in Full (1987) — Personal Favorite
Let the Rhythm Hit ‘Em (1990) — Worst Album

Albums we discussed this episode…
Paid in Full (1987)
Follow the Leader (1988)
Let the Rhythm Hit ‘Em (1990)
Don’t Sweat the Technique (1992)

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