Kurtis Blow
Kurtis Blow · 1980
50 min · 9 tracks · hip-hop
A pioneering blend of funk-infused beats with playful, narrative-driven raps that laid the groundwork for hip-hop's mainstream emergence.
Why this album works
This album is significant for being one of the first to bring hip-hop into mainstream consciousness, featuring tracks like 'The Breaks', which became a commercial success. It was instrumental in shaping the sound of early hip-hop and influencing future artists within the genre.
- Career context
- Kurtis Blow released his self-titled debut album in 1980, marking his first major entry into the music scene after gaining traction with the hit 'Christmas Rappin'. This album established him as one of hip-hop's earliest stars, helping to solidify his place in a genre that was just beginning to capture national attention.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rappin’ Blow, Part 2 Standout 4:42
- 2 The Breaks Standout 7:43
- 3 Way Out West 7:43
- 4 Throughout Your Years 5:21
- 5 Hard Times Standout 4:38
- 6 All I Want in This World (Is to Find That Girl) 5:00
- 7 Takin’ Care of Business 5:31
- 8 Christmas Rappin’ 3:57
- 9 The Breaks (instrumental) 5:51
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