The Vault: Classic Music Reviews Podcast

B. Cox looks back at Missy "Misdemeanor" Elliott's debut album Supa Dupa Fly as it turns 25. After spending the beginning part of her career with Devante's Swing Mob Records with her girl group Sista (which never materialized an album), she linked up with childhood friend and producer Timothy "Timbaland" Mosley from Virginia and began collaborating producing and writing songs, most notably for Aaliyah's smash One In A Million album in 1996.After signing with Elektra Records and starting her own label, Goldmind, the two recorded and produced Missy's debut in only two weeks. What resulted was a platinum selling album that featured two successful singles, "The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" and "Sock It 2 Me" with equally visually catchy videos to accompany them.Missy unique and unorthodox rapping style, voice, mannerism coupled with her singing talents and mixed Timbaland's futuristic beats that combined unique melodies, rapid drums and deep bass lines served as a template for both of their careers over the next quarter century. It made Missy a star that would cross over in to pop and mainstream success and Timbaland one of the best and well respected producers in the industry.Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesThe Ringer: How Missy Elliott brought 'Supa Dupa Fly' to Life. https://www.theringer.com/2021/7/15/22578525/how-missy-elliot-brought-supa-dupa-fly-to-lifeHigh Snobiety: 20 Reason's Why Missy Elliot's "Supa Dupa Fly" Is Still the Best 20 Years Onhttps://www.highsnobiety.com/p/missy-elliott-supa-dupa-fly/RockTheBells: Classic Albums-Supa Dupa Flyhttps://rockthebells.com/articles/classic-albums-supa-dupa-fly-by-missy-elliott/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In a bonus episode, B. Cox looks back 20 years ago to the Summer of 2002. It was a summer packed with hit songs that would become classics. Among the memorable tracks that would populate this soundtrack would be Nelly's two massive #1 Hot 100 hits: "Hot In Herre" and "Dilemma" featuring Kelly Rowland. The two songs spent a combined 17 weeks atop the charts. Also dominating the summer was R&B singer Ashanti, who brought in the summer with her #1 single "Foolish", but also contributed on key singles such as "What's Love" with Fat Joe and "Down 4 U" featuring Murder Inc.The rest of the summer featured other hits from the likes of Big Tymers, Cam'Ron, Clipse, Amerie and N.O.R.E. Coupled with the beginning of the emergence of dancehall reggae on the charts by the end of the summer, it made for a memorable soundtrack.Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow Notes2000s Throwbacks: Songs of Summer 2002: Nelly's "Hot in Herre" and "Dilemma"https://2000sthrowbacks.com/article/songs-summer-2002-nelly-hot-herre-and-dilemmaMic: Amerie's "Why Don't We Fall In Love" turns 15: An Oral History of the R&B summer anthemhttps://www.mic.com/articles/174871/ameriie-s-why-don-t-we-fall-in-love-turns-15-an-oral-history-of-the-summer-r-b-anthemSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B. Cox welcomes back in Charlee D of the Word To The Mutha Podcast to the show to review the original soundtrack to the black romantic comedy Boomerang. The film starring an all-star cast of Eddie Murphy, Halle Berry, Robin Givens, David Alan Grier, Martin Lawrence, Chris Rock and the late Eartha Kitt and John Witherspoon, was a huge hit grossing over $160 million in the summer of the 1992.The film was accompanied by an equally powerful all-star soundtrack released on LaFace Records. The album was executive produced by Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds and Antonio "LA" Reid and featured contributions from artist such as Boyz II Men, PM Dawn, Johnny Gill, TLC, A Tribe Called Quest and the introduction to an artist the public would be very familiar with over the coming years -- Toni Braxton.The soundtrack featured a few classic singles: the mega hit by Boyz II Men "End Of The Road", which broke a Billboard Hot 100 record for consecutive weeks at #1, "Love Should Have Brought You Home Last Night" by Toni Braxton, and "I'd Die Without You" by hip-hop/R&B group PM Dawn.Visit Charlee D and the Word To The Mutha Podcast!https://wordtothemutha.podbean.com/Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesAlbumism: 100 Greatest Soundtracks of All-Time-Boomeranghttps://albumism.com/lists1/100-greatest-soundtracks-of-all-time-boomerangWord To The Mutha Podcast: Ep. 20-Boomeranghttps://wordtothemutha.podbean.com/e/epi-20-the-boomerang-soundtrack/The BoomBox: Love Shoulda Brought You Home https://theboombox.com/love-shoulda-brought-you-home-the-slick-sophisticated-rb-of-the-boomerang-soundtrack/EurWeb: Babyface Remembers The Natural Evolution of "Boomerang"https://eurweb.com/2017/11/30/babyface-remembers-natural-evolution-boomerang-soundtrack/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B. Cox commemorates Capone-N-Noreaga's debut album The War Report as it turns 25. In the midst of an identity crisis for New York rap, the two Queens natives arrived on the scene - unheralded, yet determined. After appearing the "Unsigned Hype" section of The Source Magazine in 1995, the duo was signed to a record label and began recording their debut. In the midst of recording, Capone was jailed for a parole violation, leaving Noreaga to finish the album. Assisted with features by the likes of Juice Crew veteran Tragedy Khadafi, Imam T.H.U.G, and Mobb Deep with a Who's Who's of hip-hop producers (Six July, Nashiem Myrick, Lord Finesse, Clark Kent, Marley Marl, Havoc, Naughty Shorts, EZ Elpee, Charlemagne), the album featured haunting, gritty and hypnotic beats over lyrics that told tales of street life and urban decay.The appeal of the group to underground and hardcore hip-hop fans alike lead to a cult success of the album. Despite no charting singles or widely circulated music videos, the album was certified gold. Since its release, it has been credited as an album that reasserted the identity and sound of New York hip-hop, laid the groundwork for the success of many who followed after it and has now been hailed as a classic - even from the most unlikely of circumstances.Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesAlbumism: Capone-N-Noreaga's Debut Album "The War Report" turns 25 | Anniversary Retrospectivehttps://albumism.com/features/tribute-celebrating-25-years-of-capone-n-noreaga-the-war-reportThe BoomBox: Capone-N-Noreaga's "The War Report" Brought Listeners to the Frontlines of the streetshttps://theboombox.com/capone-n-noreagas-the-war-report-20-years-later/Vibe: 20 Years Later: A Ranking of Capone-N-Noreaga's Classic Debut "The War Report" https://www.vibe.com/music/music-news/capone-n-noreaga-the-war-report-20-years-519554/WhatWentRight: What Went Right With...The War Report by Capone-N-Noreaga? https://whatwentrightwith.com/2017/06/17/what-went-right-with-the-war-report-by-capone-n-noreaga/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B. Cox & J. Owe look back on Pete Rock & CL Smooth's debut album Mecca and The Soul Brother as it turns 30. After jumping on the scene the previous year with their EP All Souled Out, the producer-emcee duo made their splash into the mainstream with an unforgettable debut. Powered by Rock's production which was a combination of smooth jazz, soul and funk records over snapping drums and vocal breaks over CL Smooth's smooth, yet witty bars, the album helped to close a chapter of transition in hip-hop with a soft landing.Led by their iconic single "They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y)", a dedication to fallen comrade Troy Dixon of Heavy D & the Boyz aka "Trouble T-Roy", it was a largely successful album despite heavy bootlegging. Over the years, the album has been noted both as a foundational album for the "golden era" of hip-hop and one of best hip-hop albums of all-time. T.R.O.Y. remains in high regard and one the few songs in the discussion for best hip-hop songs of all-time.Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesAlbumism: Pete Rock & CL Smooth's "Mecca and The Soul Brother" Turns 30 | Anniversary Retrospectivehttps://albumism.com/features/tribute-celebrating-30-years-of-pete-rock-and-cl-smooth-mecca-and-the-soul-brotherPopThruster: Pete Rock & CL Smooth's "Mecca And The Soul Brother" https://popthruster.com/2021/07/25/pete-rock-c-l-smooth-mecca-and-the-soul-brother-985-of-best-1000-albums-ever/Medium: BackSpin: Pete Rock & CL Smooth "Mecca and The Soul Brother (1992)" https://medium.com/@mediamaven0103/backspin-pete-rock-c-l-smooth-mecca-and-the-soul-brother-1992-384bed51f5a9Foxy 99: "They Reminisce Over You (T.R.O.Y.)" is still relevant at 30.https://foxy99.com/2022/06/09/they-reminisce-over-you-t-r-o-y-is-still-relevant-at-30/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B. Cox and J. Owe look back at rap super group's Wu-Tang Clan's second album Wu-Tang Forever as it turns 25. In the almost four years since they burst on the scene with their classic debut Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), the collective of emcees continued to have an impact on the industry with a number of acclaimed to classic solo LPs by group members, Method Man, Ol' Dirty Bastard, Raekwon, GZA and Ghostface Killah.As a part of RZA's "Five Year Plan" for the group, the double album dropped at a critical time in hip-hop, reeling from the deaths of Tupac Shakur and the Notorious BIG. Featuring production the aforementioned producer and group member Inspectah Deck, Wu affiliates 4th Disciple and True Master, the album featured a gritty, yet more polished set of beats with a non-stop lyrical assault over almost two hours.The album was certified 4x Platinum, which is their best selling album to date, and solidified Wu-Tang as a force heading into the new millennium.Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesAlbumism: Wu-Tang Clan's "Wu-Tang Forever" Turns 25 | Anniversary Retrospectivehttps://albumism.com/features/tribute-celebrating-25-years-of-wu-tang-clan-wu-tang-foreverThe Ringer: Atomic Bombast: "Wu-Tang Forever" And The Apex of The Most Monumental Rap Group of All-Timehttps://www.theringer.com/2022/6/3/23152769/wu-tang-forever-25th-anniversaryHip-Hop DX: Wu-Tang Clan Celebrate 25th Anniversary of "Wu-Tang Forever" with Special Edition on Vinylhttps://hiphopdx.com/news/id.70765/title.wu-tang-clan-celebrate-25th-anniversary-of-wu-tang-forever-with-special-edition-vinylSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B Cox reviews Eminem's fourth album The Eminem Show as it turns 20. On the heels of two massively successfully albums in The Slim Shady LP and The Marshall Mathers LP, Eminem sought to take a different approach on his latest effort. Taking over the production reins in this album, Eminem brings us a closer look into his personal life and the turmoil that surrounded it. While he gave us full glimpse of his Slim Shady alter-ego in his past efforts, the album gives us a more mature and transparent view of the Detroit superstar. Talking about his impact on the hip-hop game and pop-culture, his controversial lyrics, family and relationship issues and the occasional laugh, Mathers delivers on showing the game there was more to him than shock bars and controversial statements.As of now, the album has sold more than 12 million copies domestically and 27 million copies worldwide becoming one of the best selling albums of all time -- of any genre.Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesStereogum: The Eminem Show Turns 20 https://www.stereogum.com/2187999/the-eminem-show-turns-20/reviews/the-anniversary/Audacy: Run That Back: Eminem's 'The Eminem Show' Turns 20 https://www.audacy.com/music/pop/run-that-back-eminems-the-eminem-show-turns-20It's Just Trav: The Eminem Show Album Turns 20 Todayhttps://www.itsjusttrav.com/the-eminem-show-album-turns-20-years-old-today/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-eminem-show-album-turns-20-years-old-todayComplex: 'The Eminem Show' 20th Anniversary Expanded Edition Arrives With 18 Bonus Trackshttps://www.complex.com/music/the-eminem-show-20th-anniversary-expanded-edition-18-bonus-tracksSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B. Cox is joined by Kahlil Wonda of the Reggae Lover Podcast (and Highlanda Sound System) to review dancehall deejay Super Cat's major label debut album Don Dada as it turns 30. After mixing it up in Jamaica in the sound system scene and growing "dancehall" scene in the mid-to-late 80s, Super Cat traveled to New York to sign a deal with Columbia Records, becoming one of the first reggae dancehall acts to sign with a major US label.A key artist and influencer in a scene that was growing in popularity in the United States, the artist also known as "Wild Apache" flexed his keen lyrical prowess, smooth flow and unique voice while assisted by producers the like of the reggae duo Steely and Clevie and featured artist such as hip-hop artist Heavy D and reggae singer Frankie Paul.The album features many dancehall classic singles such as "Ghetto Red Hot", "Dolly My Baby" and "Nuff Man Ah Dead" as well a host of other lesser known dancehall hits. Due to his major label status and standing among reggae tastemakers in Jamaica and the United States, this lead to a number of collaborations with hip-hop acts like Mary J. Blige, Puff Daddy and the Notorious B.I.G.; primarily remixes to "Ghetto Red Hot" and "Dolly My Baby" which catered to the American crowd. After this album, Super Cat would continue recording music and eventually landed a mega crossover hit with rock band Sugar Ray in "Fly" in 1997.This album is credited with helping to raise the profile of dancehall reggae to a mostly American black popular music audience in the early 90s and helped make it a viable genre commercially in the United States.Visit the Reggae Lover Podcast's websitewww.reggaelover.comVisit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comLearn More About the "Podcast GPS" BootCamp Course!www.vaultclassicpod.com/podcastgpsSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesAllMusic: Super Cat: Don Dada (1992) Album Credits and Reviewhttps://www.allmusic.com/album/don-dada-mw0000071371Highlanda Sound: Super Cat Take Center Stage (Super Cat Mix) https://highlanda.net/2014/09/08/super-cats-career-highlighted-in-new-mix/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B. Cox and Domo look back on Musiq's (previously known as Musiq Soulchild) second studio album Juslisen as it turns 20. Not even two years after his wildly successful debut album Aijuswanaseing was released, the Philadelphia soul singer was back at it to eclipse his previous effort. Teaming back up with the likes of producers Carvin & Ivan, Dre & Vidal, James Poyser, Vikter Duplaix and 88-Keys among others, his sophomore debut was jam packed with a variety bag of soulful goodness, featuring Musiq's relatable lyrics and tailor made vocals to match the unique soundtrack. The album opened up #1 on the Billboard 200 and featured two Top 5 R&B chart singles, "Halfcrazy" and "Dontchange". It's credited as further solidifying Musiq as an artist with staying power, who would remain a player through the rest of the decade. Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comLearn More About the "Podcast GPS" BootCamp Course!www.vaultclassicpod.com/podcastgpsSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesAlbumism: Musiq Soulchild's "Juslisen" Turns 20 | Anniversary Retrospectivehttps://albumism.com/features/musiq-soulchild-juslisen-turns-20-anniversary-retrospective'Juslisen': Musiq's 2002 Album Still Drives Listeners 'Halfcrazy'https://www.udiscovermusic.com/stories/musiq-soulchild-juslisen-review/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

B. Cox reviews hip-hop duo Gang Starr's third album Daily Operation. After their critical and commercial breakthrough with their sophomore album Step In The Arena the year before, Guru and DJ Premier sought out to capitalize on their notoriety and recognition within hip-hop circles while staying true to the underground. Featuring appearances by the likes of Jeru the Damaja and Lil' Dap (soon of Group Home fame), the album was driven by a more lyrically confident, yet introspective, confident Guru and the jazzy yet hard hitting production of an improving DJ Premier. Though the album did not attain the commercial success of a RIAA certification, it has been hailed by critics and fans alike as another album pioneering both jazz infused hip-hop and a leading influence on the New York and East Coast underground scene in the early 1990s.Visit The Vault Classic Music Reviews Onlinewww.vaultclassicpod.comLearn More About the "Podcast GPS" BootCamp Course!www.vaultclassicpod.com/podcastgpsSupport The Vault Classic Music Review on Buy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/vaultclassicpodShow NotesAlbumism: Gang Starr's "Daily Operation Turns 25" | Anniversary Retrospectivehttps://albumism.com/features/tribute-celebrating-25-years-of-gang-starr-daily-operationRock The Bells: Classic Albums: Daily Operation by Gang Starrhttps://rockthebells.com/articles/gang-starr-daily-operation/The Boom Box: 25 Years Later: Gang Starr's "Daily Operation Forged A Path For Hardcore Individualityhttps://theboombox.com/25-years-later-gang-starrs-daily-operation-forged-a-path-for-hardcore-individuality/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-vault-classic-music-reviews-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy