Public Enemy - It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back (1988) Vinyl LP

Catalog Number: BFW-44303

Record Grading: Very Good (VG), Sleeve Grading: Very Good (VG)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays with occasional crackles (play-graded); several shallow surface marks. Cover has few creases near edges; moderate scuffing, tiny surface abrasions, and surface impressions (front/back). Inner-sleeve is original (lyrics/credits); bottom seam partially split. Spine is mostly easy-to-read with some wear; developing split near center. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge and corners. Opening is crisp with signs of light use and divots. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

• Countdown To Armageddon
• Bring The Noise
• Don't Believe The Hype
• Cold Lampin With Flavor
• Terminator X To The Edge Of Panic
• Mind Terrorist
• Louder Than A Bomb
• Caught, Can We Get A Witness?
• Show 'Em Whatcha Got
• She Watch Channel Zero?!
• Night Of The Living Baseheads
• Black Steel In The Hour Of Chaos
• Security Of The First World
• Rebel Without A Pause
• Prophets Of Rage
• Party For Your Right To Fight

About The Record:

It Takes a Nation of Millions to Hold Us Back, by Public Enemy, is a groundbreaking hip-hop album known for its politically charged lyrics and innovative production. The album, produced by the Bomb Squad, features dense, layered soundscapes with samples and turntablism, complementing Chuck D’s commanding delivery and Flavor Flav’s energetic ad-libs. Tracks like Bring the Noise and Don’t Believe the Hype address systemic racism, media manipulation, and Black empowerment, cementing the group’s reputation as revolutionary voices in music. Its raw energy and unapologetic commentary made it a cultural milestone, influencing countless artists across genres. Hit singles include Don’t Believe the Hype and Bring the Noise, with the latter becoming an anthem for hip-hop activism.