Kingdom Blow - Kurtis Blow - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Released in 1986, 'Kingdom Blow' finds hip-hop pioneer Kurtis Blow in a bold, inventive phase, stretching the boundaries of early rap. This album stands as a fascinating snapshot of a transitional moment: the sound of hip-hop as it flirted with jazz, funk, and even early electronic textures. Here, Blow’s charismatic delivery rides over horn-filled arrangements and grooves that breathe with the vibrancy of New York’s street corners and nightclubs. The title track is a testament to his ability to fuse spoken word with dynamic instrumentation, while collaborations with artists like Bob Dylan on 'Street Rock' make for surprising and memorable cross-genre moments. 'Kingdom Blow' captures the tension and promise of a genre on the verge of mainstream breakthrough. For collectors, this is more than a historical artifact—it’s an album that pulses with the creative risk-taking that defines truly great records. It’s a must-have for those who appreciate the artistic crossroads where hip-hop, funk, and jazz intersect, and for anyone interested in the roots of rap’s evolution. Track List: A1 - Street Rock - 8:53 A2 - The Bronx - 3:50 A3 - Unity Party Jam - 4:21 A4 - Sunshine - 4:11 B1 - Magilla Gorilla - 5:42 B2 - I'm Chillin' - 5:27 B3 - Kingdom Blow - 4:05 B4 - Reasons For Wanting You - 5:44