Buffalo Gals Back to Skool
Malcolm McLaren · 1998
68 min · 23 tracks · new wave
A vibrant collage of hip-hop beats, eclectic samples, and playful narratives celebrating urban culture.
Buffalo Gals Back to Skool is an album by Malcolm McLaren, released in 1998. A vibrant collage of hip-hop beats, eclectic samples, and playful narratives celebrating urban culture. The album is notable for its innovative use of sampling and contributions to the hip-hop genre, influencing later artists in the scene. It received attention for its cultural commentary and was part of a larger trend in the late '90s that blended genres, reflecting McLaren's role as a provocateur in music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Buffalo Gals Back to Skool sound like?
A vibrant collage of hip-hop beats, eclectic samples, and playful narratives celebrating urban culture. Rooted in new wave.
What makes Buffalo Gals Back to Skool by Malcolm McLaren notable?
The album is notable for its innovative use of sampling and contributions to the hip-hop genre, influencing later artists in the scene. It received attention for its cultural commentary and was part of a larger trend in the late '90s that blended genres, reflecting McLaren's role as a provocateur in music history. By the time 'Buffalo Gals Back to Skool' was released in 1998, Malcolm McLaren had transitioned from his earlier punk fame with the Sex Pistols to exploring hip-hop influences. This album followed his 1989 release 'Waltz Darling' and marked a return to the musical forefront, blending various styles while showcasing his ongoing fascination with youth culture and street art.
How many songs are on Buffalo Gals Back to Skool?
Buffalo Gals Back to Skool has 23 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 It Was a New York Phenomenon.... 1:58
- 2 Class Is in Session Standout 2:31
- 3 Buffalo Gals (Back to Skool) Standout 4:22
- 4 Bring It Back 4:49
- 5 Zulu Nation Party... 2:43
- 6 Off the Top 6:17
- 7 Bow Wow Wow Show... 1:34
- 8 World Famous Supreme Team Show WHBI (link) 0:36
- 9 Buffalo Gals (original version, special stereo mix) 3:46
- 10 Let It Flow (Do You Like Scratchin'?) (KRS-One remix) 3:57
- 11 Psalms 1:48
- 12 Hey DJ (original 12'' mix) 6:06
- 13 42nd Street 2:06
- 14 World Famous Supreme Team Show WHBI (link) 2:03
- 15 Do You Like Scratchin'? (original version) 3:45
- 16 World Famous Supreme Team Show WHBI (link) 0:24
- 17 Hey DJ (remixed by Dave Jolicoeur of De La Soul) 4:29
- 18 She's Looking Like A Hobo (original version) 3:16
- 19 World Famous Supreme Team Show WHBI (link) 0:22
- 20 World Famous (original version) 2:27
- 21 Shout Outs 1:35
- 22 Buffalo Gals (Back to Skool, Part 2) 3:54
- 23 Building / Adding On 3:59
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