Aesop Rock Appleseed (Transparent Marble Smoke Vinyl) | Vinyl Record

Aesop Rock - Appleseed (Transparent Marble Smoke Vinyl) - Vinyl Record

Experience an underground hip-hop classic with Aesop Rock - Appleseed (Transparent Marble Smoke Vinyl) - Vinyl Record, a celebrated release from one of the most distinctive and influential lyricists in independent hip-hop.

This is a brand new item, factory sealed, and ready to ship fast from The U.S. Pressed on stunning Transparent Marble Smoke Vinyl, this special edition combines exceptional collectible appeal with the rich, immersive sound quality that vinyl enthusiasts love.

Showcasing Aesop Rock’s signature wordplay, thought-provoking lyrics, and creative production, Appleseed remains an essential release for fans of innovative hip-hop. The unique colored vinyl presentation makes this edition a standout addition to any record collection while delivering an outstanding listening experience.

WHY YOU NEED IT NOW

Aesop Rock has earned a devoted following thanks to his unmatched lyrical style and lasting influence on independent hip-hop. Colored vinyl editions are especially sought after by collectors, and specialty pressings like Transparent Marble Smoke Vinyl often become highly desirable once inventory becomes limited. Whether you’re a longtime fan or expanding your hip-hop collection, this release is a must-have. Secure your copy today while supplies remain available.

Order now and enjoy fast U.S. shipping, secure packaging, and the confidence of receiving a brand new factory-sealed Transparent Marble Smoke Vinyl record ready for your collection.

*BRAND NEW AND SEALED / TRANSPARENT SMOKE VINYL*

Description
On limited Clear & Black Smoke vinyl. The explosion of indie Hip Hop labels in the early 90s resulted in an ongoing snowball effect that started to shift the narrative around an artist's need to sign to a major label. Coincidentally, quality home recording equipment was also becoming more easily accessible and, with the rising popularity of CD-R technology, this allowed artists to write, record, and manufacture their own albums right at home.

Appleseed was a highly celebrated and influential release from that era, cementing Aesop Rock as a new face whose talent could not be denied. The album explores creative concepts with inventive writing and stripped-down yet melodic and melancholic production. Six out of the eight songs were produced by Aesop Rock, with Omega One producing "Sick Friend" and longtime collaborator Blockhead handling "1000 Deaths", and the project's sole guest lyricist was Dose One. The DIY process was followed in every aspect, as Aesop himself recalls, "I did the Appleseed hand style while working at Tepper Galleries in NYC. The cover was made at Kinko's. The first Appleseed CD's were CD-R's I duped at home and sold from my backpack at an MF DOOM show at Brownies, which was right below my apartment at the time. I continued to sell hand to hand in NY, while Blockhead started fielding some mail orders from a young internet. People would send us cash or a check, and he'd cut the covers out and mail them off." The two of them were able to move a couple thousand CDs that way before turning their attention to newer projects, particularly Float in Aesop's case. As a result, Appleseed went out of print for many years before resurfacing as a merch item on tour. However, in all that time it was only available on CD, directly from Aesop. Finally, 21 years after it's debut, Appleseed officially returns, now available on all digital platforms, as well as on vinyl for the first time!
 
Tracks
1 Appleseed Intro
2 Dryspell
3 Same Space (The Tugboat Complex, Part 2)
4 Sick Friend
5 Hold the Cup
6 1,000 Deaths
7 Blue in the Face
8 Odessa (Feat. Doseone)

• Media Condition: Mint (M)
• Released: 2021-07-16
• Genre: Rap
• Format: Vinyl
• Sleeve Condition: Mint (M)
• Format: Vinyl
• Genre: HIP HOP
• Format Type: LP
• Released: 2021-07-16