Deadringer
RJD2 · 2002
67 min · 16 tracks · hip-hop · rapping
A genre-blurring mix of instrumental hip-hop, funk samples, and introspective storytelling wrapped in lush soundscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with peaks
- introspective storytelling moments
- engaging headphone detail hunting
- for reflective afternoons
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking fast-paced instant gratification
- prefer straightforward single tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, 'Deadringer' was RJD2's debut album, marking his entry into the music scene after establishing himself as a prominent producer. At this time, he had already gained attention for his work with artists like Aceyalone and was poised to redefine instrumental hip-hop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- DJ Shadow· Blockhead· Aesop Rock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Horror 4:11
- 2 Salud 0:38
- 3 Smoke & Mirrors 4:26
- 4 Good Times Roll, Part 2 4:57
- 5 Final Frontier 4:25
- 6 Ghostwriter 5:17
- 7 Cut Out to FL 3:42
- 8 F.H.H. 4:31
- 9 Shot in the Dark 1:21
- 10 Chicken-Bone Circuit 3:54
- 11 The Proxy 2:14
- 12 2 More Dead 5:17
- 13 Take the Picture Off 1:02
- 14 Silver Fox 3:31
- 15 June 6:03
- 16 Work / Here’s What’s Left 11:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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