Arabian Prince

Innovative Life (The Anthology 84-89) [HipHop / Rap]

RELEASE: 15.08.2008

LABEL: Stones Throw Records

VERTRIEB: Groove Attack

The Arabian Prince’s story is undeniable. His life reflects the ambition and innovation of the early West Coast hip hop scene, from his days amongst the likes of electro-rap legends Egyptian Lover and the World Class Wreckin Cru to his work with N.W.A. His biography (a pioneering West Coast hip hop DJ and producer, founding member of NWA, producer of JJ Fad’s “Supersonic”…) closely parallels the progression of Southern Californian hip hop. From Arabian’s transition as an electro DJ into one of he West Coast’s first hip hop stars…In the shift from electro-rap to the gangsta-rap music that transformed the world.

This anthology, a collection of his groundbreaking electro-rap work recorded between 1984 and 1989, not only compels the listener through sound, but through prose. Through Arabian Prince’s music and life story, Stones Throw Records is proud to present a glimpse into an overlooked chapter in hip hop’s history.

The deluxe packaging featuries a 20-page booklet documenting the rise and fall of LA’s electro and electro-rap scene, including many never seen before photos, posters and a timeline of West Coast electro.

(Quelle: Groove Attack, 4.7.2008)