01. Intro (feat. Young Joker) 02. Just Another Day (feat. First Degree) 03. Rollin' Wit Da Homies (feat. First Degree) 04. Do Or Die (feat. Bukc Shot) 05. R.I.P. Till We Meet Again 06. Buck Buck Sickness (feat. Stone) 07. Barney 08. Mind Of A Psycho 09. City Of G's (feat. Bukc Shot & First Degree) 10. Fuck A Fools Life (feat. Lee C. & Terrance D.) 11. Heaven Or Hell 12. Outtro 13. Da E-Clips (feat. Bukc Shot)
A1. Paystyle (LP Version) A2. Paystyle (Boy Scout Remix) A3. Paystyle (Boy Scout Instrumental) B1. Paystyle (Bosko & Banks Mix Yo) B2. Paystyle (Bosko's Instrumental) B3. Get In Where You Fit In, Part II (feat. The Dangerous Crew)
A1. Among The Walking Dead [LP Version] (feat. Facemob) A2. Among The Walking Dead [Radio Edit] (feat. Facemob) B1. Among The Walking Dead (Instrumental) B2. Among The Walking Dead [A Capella] (feat. Facemob)
A1. In The Game (Radio Edit) A2. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (feat. Ant D.O.G., Young Grin & Do Thangs) A3. Excerpts: The Factor / 24K / Forever Hustlin' A4. Playah Campaign '95 B1. In The Game (Street Version) B2. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (Instrumental) B3. Excerpts: The Factor / 24K / Forever Hustlin' B4. Playah Campaign '95
A1. Promotin' Pimpin' (feat. Lil Poison) A2. Hard Young Pimp (feat. Tony (Spoony T) Steoughter) A3. My Money Don't Stop (feat. Malcom Meloren) A4. I'm Pretty Boy Gangster ''K'' (feat. D.J. X) B1. Genius At Pimpin (feat. Tom Tom Club) B2. Rollin Deep B3. I'm Too Hard B4. It's Tha ''K'' (feat. Isaac Hayes)
“Promotin Pimpin” is an extremely rare EP release by Oakland-based rapper Gangster “K,” which hit the shelves in 1995 under the Pretty Boy Records label. This underground gem consists of 8 tracks, each showcasing Gangster “K”‘s unique style and lyrical skills that pay homage to the Oakland hip-hop scene of the mid-90s.
The EP kicks off with the title track “Promotin Pimpin,” featuring Lil Poison, which sets the tone for the entire project. The album continues with “Hard Young Pimp,” featuring Tony (Spoony T) Steoughter, and “My Money Don’t Stop,” with Malcom Meloren lending his vocals. Each track on the EP features Gangster “K”‘s smooth flow, clever wordplay, and catchy hooks that were characteristic of the West Coast hip-hop sound during that era.
“Im Pretty Boy Gangster ‘K'” features DJ X, while “Genius At Pimpin” includes contributions from the Tom Tom Club. The EP rounds out with “Rollin Deep,” “Im Too Hard,” and “It’s Tha ‘K’,” which features none other than the legendary Isaac Hayes.
“Promotin Pimpin” serves as a time capsule, capturing the essence of the Oakland hip-hop scene in the mid-90s. Gangster “K” demonstrates his ability to collaborate with various artists while maintaining his distinctive sound and style. Despite its rarity, “Promotin Pimpin” remains a sought-after piece of hip-hop history for enthusiasts and collectors alike, showcasing the depth and diversity of the genre during this period.
One of StarChile's earliest releases dating from 1995, featuring a young Idris trying his hand at production. Dope stuff! Great jazzy late night flavor.
A1. In The Game (Radio Edit) A2. In The Game (Instrumental) A3. In The Game (A Cappella) B1. In The Game (Old School Mix) B2. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (feat. Ant Dog, Young Grin & Do Thangs) B3. Definition Of Ah Hustla' (Instrumental)
A1. How Long Will They Mourn Me? [Clean Version] (feat. Nate Dogg) A2. How Long Will They Mourn Me? [Instrumental] (feat. Nate Dogg) B1. How Long Will They Mourn Me? [LP Version] (feat. Nate Dogg) B2. Str8 Ballin' (Clean Version)
01. Intro 02. Booty Shake 03. Get It Girl (Remix) 04. Bounce To This 05. Real Ass Brother 06. Revenge 07. Get Their Skull Cracked 08. Don't Bounce Bitch 09. Represent Yourself 10. No One Want To Get Shot 11. Do My Thang 12. You Male Me Nasty (By Rebirth) 13. Let It Hang (By Rebirth) 14. Doin' Em Right 15. It's Real 16. Rock The Bells 17. Back For The 9-4 (Club Mix) 18. If Your Down With Your Hood, Put Your Hand Up 19. Club Mix
01. Powder Hard 02. Comin Up Missin 03. Agitate 04. Am I The Violent One 05. Sickly 06. Ho's Wanna Be (feat. Eddie D & Nyoka) 07. Night Crawler (feat. Willie Hen) 08. Armed 09. Trapped In A Mad World 10. Henn Dog Nite 11. Do Or Die Hi 12. Frisco Playaz Thang (feat. H.P., Jedi Warrior & Nyoka) 13. Fascist Pig Cops 14. Blackfist (feat. J-Loc) 15. Confusion 16. How Sick It Is 17. Laying Down The Funk (feat. 210) 18. Falling In Love With The Game 19. Do Or Die Goodbye
A1. Face Of A Desperate Man (LP Version) A2. Hard To Kill (feat. Method Man) B1. Face Of A Desperate Man (Video Version) B2. Face Of A Desperate Man (Instrumental)
01. How Long Will They Mourn Me? (Clean Version) 02. How Long Will They Mourn Me? (Instrumental) 03. How Long Will They Mourn Me? (LP Version) 04. Str8 Ballin' (Clean Version)
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