Name: Dead Serious
Brand: Das EFX

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Catalogue number

MOVLP2038

Colour

Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2017-12-01

Signed copies

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Supplier GB

Little Amber Fish

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Standard:20

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8719262005402

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1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Das EFX

Genre GB

Hip Hop

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Music On Vinyl

Das EFX is a rap duo consisting of Andre "Drayz" Weston and Willie "Skoob" Hines. Originally from Brooklyn, NY and Teaneck, NJ respectively, they joined forces while attending Virginia State University. After impressing EPMD at a talent contest, the duo was signed to their label and became part of EPMD's Hit Squad group. Das EFX quickly gained prominence in the hardcore rap scene with their debut album Dead Serious, which went platinum. Their unique style of fast lyrics incorporating the word "diggety" became widely imitated but ultimately hindered their own success.
Both hailing from Brooklyn, NY (Skoob) and Teaneck, NJ (Drayz), Das EFX formed during their time at Virginia State University. They caught the attention of EPMD after placing second in a talent contest judged by them and were subsequently signed to the label. Joining EPMD's Hit Squad group of rappers propelled Das EFX to become key players in the hardcore rap scene.
Their first album Dead Serious made an immediate impact with its innovative style that featured rapid-fire lyrics punctuated by frequent use of the word "diggety." The album achieved platinum status and solidified Das EFX as pioneers in hip-hop. Straight Up Sewaside followed soon after, further showcasing their distinct sound. However, as other artists began emulating their style, Das EFX's originality became diluted

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Dead Serious is the debut studio album of American hip hop duo Das EFX, originally released in 1992. Recording sessions for the album took place at Firehouse Studios in Brooklyn, New York and at Charlie Marotta’s North Shore Soundworks studio in Long Island, New York. Dead Serious caused an immediate sensation upon its release. The album was a certified hit, peaking at 16 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart, topping the Top R&amp;B / Hip-Hop Albums chart for five weeks. Dead Serious went platinum on the strength of the singles Mic Checka and the Top 40 pop hit They Want EFX, by 1993. Well-received upon its release, Dead Serious has since been regarded by music writers as a significant and influential album in hip hop. Giving it a 4 out of 5-mic rating, The Source’s Matty C compared the duo’s lyrical style to that of Busta Rhymes, Treach, and EPMD.

Dead Serious

Music GB

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