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| Details / Tracklist: |
1. SITTIN' HERE
2. STOP DAT
3. I LUV U
4. BRAND NEW DAY
5. 2 FAR
6. FIX UP, LOOK SHARP
7. CUT 'EM OFF
8. HOLD YA MOUF |
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Yellow Vinyl |
| | Description: | Boy In Da Corner by Dizzee Rascal, released 11 September 2003, includes the following tracks: "I Luv U", "2 Far", "Cut 'Em Off" and more.
This version of Boy In Da Corner comes as a 1xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque, yellow disc. - YELLOW VINYLComes in printed inner sleeves, pressed on translucent yellow vinyl.
Some copies have the labels incorrect - side A is on side B and side C is on side D and vice versa.
All tracks written [...] for Dirtee Stank Productions.
Engineered, mixed & additional production [...] for Belly Of The Beast Productions.
Track C1: Co-produced [...] for Platinum 45's
Track B2: ("Fix Up, Look Sharp") contains a sample of "The Big Beat" by Billy Squire
Recorded between October 2001 and March 2003 at Raskit's Lair / Belly Of The Beast Studios, London, UK.
Mixed in April 2003 at www.kenwoodstudios.co.uk, Sheffield, UK.
? 2003 XL Recordings Ltd © 2003 XL Recordings Ltd
Made in England.
Armour is credited as "Armour (Nasty Crew)".
Ben Drury is credited as "Ben Drury (Trust Me London?)".
Pressing plant and lacquer cut credits identified through runouts."Boy In Da Corner" is the groundbreaking debut LP by Dizzee Rascal, a record widely regarded as one of the key cornerstones of UK grime. Released by XL / Beggars Group / Indigo, this album captures the raw energy, dark atmospheres and razor-sharp lyricism that defined an entire generation of British urban music. Across hard-hitting beats, clipped synths and claustrophobic basslines, Dizzee delivers intensely personal stories about youth, street life and inner conflict, turning his East London perspective into something universally resonant.
The LP stands out for its highly innovative production: jittery rhythms, unconventional song structures and an abrasive yet hypnotic sound palette that was radically different from mainstream hip-hop and electronic music of its time. Tracks move seamlessly between aggressive bangers and more introspective, moody pieces, creating a cohesive, immersive listening experience from start to finish. On vinyl, the dense, bass-driven sound gains additional warmth and punch, making this format especially attractive for collectors and fans of UK underground music history.
Dizzee Rascal emerged as one of the central figures of the early grime scene, bringing its sound from pirate radio and London estates to the global stage. With "Boy In Da Corner", he achieved major critical acclaim and helped define the aesthetics of the genre for years to come. He is known for his rapid-fire flow, unique vocal delivery and uncompromising narratives, which influenced countless artists in grime, hip-hop and electronic music.
The LP is released by XL Recordings in cooperation with Beggars Group and distributed via Indigo, companies renowned for their commitment to artistic independence and high production standards. XL and Beggars have been pivotal in nurturing groundbreaking acts across alternative, electronic and urban music, often giving visionary artists the freedom to develop their own sound away from commercial pressures. Their catalog includes many albums that have shaped modern music culture, and "Boy In Da Corner" fits perfectly into this tradition of bold, forward-thinking releases. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
05834701 |
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Beggars UK Ltd.
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