Welcome To D-Block (Album Version (Edited)) (2004)

Artist: Jadakiss

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Disc 1
Song Title	Album	Sample	Time
15. Welcome To D-Block (Album Version (Edited))	Kiss Of Death		4:24

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Release Date: 6/22/2004

Label: Ruff Ryders Records

UPC: 00602498626627

Buy.com Sku: 201013609

Album Notes and Credits

Notes & Personnel Info
	Personnel: Jadakiss (rap vocals); Mariah Carey, Anthony Hamilton (vocals); DJ Quik, Eminem, Kanye West, Nate Dogg, Sheek, Snoop Dogg, Styles P (rap vocals).
	Recording information: Evil Genius, New York, New York (2004); Powerhouse, Yonkers, New York (2004); Groovyville, Los Angeles, California (2004).
	On his second solo record, KISS OF DEATH, Jadakiss begins the wistful, reflective song "Why" with the question, "Why is Jadakiss as hard as it gets?" Unwavering confidence contrasted by soft introspection is a trademark of the ex-Lox member, and this quality distinguishes the Yonkers, New York rapper from his peers.
	KISS OF DEATH balances street knowledge with humor, and serves up robust beats and guest shots by a legion of hip-hop luminaries. Jadakiss brings together both American coasts, as well as years of history, on the groovy, 1970s-tinged "Shine," with Cali's Snoop Dogg and NYC's DJ Quik packing some of their best rhymes. On the other end of the spectrum is the rock-sampling "Welcome to D-Block," featuring Jadakiss's former Lox bandmates and a relatively subdued Eminem. Of course, Jadakiss can unleash some serious rhymes on his own, especially on the hardcore title track and the melodic "Bring You Down." A dynamic sophomore effort, KISS OF DEATH cements Jadakiss's status as one of the premier forces in East Coast rap.
Producer: DJ Green Lantern; Black Key; Jelly Roll
Musical Guests
	Kanye West
	Anthony Hamilton
	Pharrell Williams
	Snoop Dogg
	DJ Quik
	Nate Dogg
	Mariah Carey
	Sheek
	Styles P

Technical Info


	Release Date : 06/22/2004
	Original Release Date : 2004
	Catalog ID : 0002747
	Label : Interscope Records (USA)
	Number of Discs : 1
	Studio/Live : Studio
	Mono/Stereo : Stereo
	SPAR Code : n/a
	UPC : 00602498626627

Professional Reviews

Rolling Stone (p.106)
- 3 stars out of 5 - "He's a master of the fine lyrical detail, and he knows it."

Rolling Stone (p.144)
- Included in Rolling Stone's Top 50 Records Of 2004 - "Jada's hell-raising flow was everywhere this year."

Spin (pp.103-4)
- "[I]t gets no better than 'Real Hip Hop,' where Swizz Beatz loops a Curtis Mayfield sample into a careening roller coaster as Jada and his D-Block compatriot Shreek run punch-line relay races." - Grade: A-

Entertainment Weekly (p.89)
- "Jada flexes impressive muscles as he grinds his heels into a well-trodden dance floor." - Grade: B

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