What makes It's All the Way Live (Now) by Coolio notable?

The album is significant for its influence on the West Coast hip-hop scene and its commercial performance, particularly with tracks like '1,2,3,4 (Sumpin' New)', which became a popular club hit. This release also helped solidify Coolio's position as a household name in the mid-90s music landscape, following the Grammy-winning success of 'Gangsta's Paradise'. By 1996, Coolio was riding high on the success of his breakthrough album 'Gangsta's Paradise', which had been released the previous year. 'It's All the Way Live (Now)' served as a follow-up to this commercial peak, showcasing his ability to create infectious tracks that appealed to both hip-hop and mainstream audiences.