Run DMC - Back From Hell (MOCCD13623) CD

With its fifth album, the Queens, New York trio Run-DMC set out to regain the support of the hardcore rap audience and pretty much abandoned rock-influenced material in favor of stripped-down, minimalist and consistently street-oriented hip hop sounds. Certainly enjoyable are the gritty reflections on urban life as “Livin’ in the City,” “The Ave.” and “Faces” that made it clear that Run-DMC are still well worth hearing. This album features Jam Master Jay singing. Tracks like “Faces” and “Pause” introduce a new musical style: “new jack swing”. The track “What’s It All About” contains a sample of “Fools Gold” by The Stone Roses.

1. Sucker D.J.’S
2. The Ave
3. What’s It All About
4. Bob Your Head
5. Faces
6. Kick The Frama Lama Lama
7. Pause
8. Word Is Born
9. Back From Hell
10. Don’t Stop
11. Groove To The Sound
12. P Upon A Tree
13. Naughty
14. Livin’ In The City
15. Not Just Another Groove
16. Party Time