Eric B. & Rakim: Don't Sweat The Technique Vinyl 2LP Ortofon 2M Red reviewed by Flan Nelly 02/2018

reviewed by Flan Nelly 02/2018

This album consists of five tunes recorded over the years 1970 thru ’74 for his very own Hilton’s Concept record company

This is a beautiful record down to the last song

3x gatefold sleeves

Eric B. & Rakim: Don't Sweat The Technique Vinyl 2LP Ortofon 2M Red reviewed by Flan Nelly 02/2018Perhaps the most socially aware bars from Rakim are showcased on Don't Sweat The Technique. Songs like "Casualties of War" is a direct reflection of the Gulf War, which had commenced not too long before the 1992 release of the album. Eric B also expands his production style, moving on to creating beats that still knock hard but push a more soulful, blues y, & melodic sound, and this creates a nice contrast that works to the album's advantage; Rakim is