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Back by Popular Demand

Kurtis Blow · 1988

44 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop

A vibrant blend of old-school hip-hop grooves and catchy hooks that showcases Kurtis Blow's charismatic style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady grooves for dancing
  • sing-along moments with friends
  • uplifting energy for gatherings
  • charismatic flow for celebration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking deep introspective themes
  • prefer immediate gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Back by Popular Demand' was Kurtis Blow's sixth studio album, following a period of declining commercial success. At this point in his career, he was attempting to re-establish himself in the hip-hop scene after experiencing the shifts in popularity as new artists emerged.
Stylistic neighbors
Grandmaster Flash· Afrika Bambaataa· LL Cool J

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Back by Popular Demand 5:25
  • 2 Only the Strong Survive 6:02
  • 3 I'm True to This 3:24
  • 4 Get on Up 2:22
  • 5 Suckers in the Place 4:42
  • 6 Love Don't Love Nobody 4:08
  • 7 Still on the Scene 4:30
  • 8 Express Yourself 3:51
  • 9 Blue Iguana 3:57
  • 10 I'm Feelin'Good 5:55

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata