Mf Doom
Mm...food (20th Anniversary)
Originally released in 2004, MF DOOM's MM.. FOOD is hailed as a classic hip-hop album full of inventive production,
remarkable wordplay, and unique themes. Celebrated for its seamless blend of humor, wit, and social commentary, the
album ushers listeners into a bizarre world of food-related metaphors, painting a bitterly comedic portrait of a life
tainted by vice, violence, and jealousy. It was a brilliant and novel concept that gave DOOM plenty of room to explore
the album's subjects.
Throughout MM.. FOOD, DOOM embeds complex ideas within seemingly simple narratives. Album opener "Beef Rapp" is a
multi-pronged metaphor reminding listeners of the dangers involved in the glorification of conflict, especially within
the rap game. "Hoe Cakes" borrows its name from the sweet, hot water cornmeal patties, which he uses as a symbol to
rhyme about indulgence and excess. Continuing the motif, he uses the Madlib-produced "One Beer" to fold layers of depth
about escapism and ego, while the popular "Rapp Snitch Knishes" critiques the self-incrimination and contradictory
behaviors of some rappers. Overall, MM.. FOOD is both a social commentary and a piece of social satire, showcasing MF
DOOM's ability to blend serious themes with his unique, playful lyrical style.
The 20 Year Anniversary Edition of MM..FOOD has completely new artwork by Sam Rodriguez and is pressed on 3-color
sweetart marble effect double vinyl. The package includes case wrapped tip-on gatefold jacket and a QR code that takes
listeners to a one-of-a-kind AR diner.
Price
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Format
LP - 1 disk
Release
15-11-2024
Label
Item-nr
931858
EAN
0826257040015
Availability
Not in stock
Tracks
Title
Artist
1
BEEF RAP
2
HOE CAKES
3
POTHOLDERZ FEATURING COUNT BASS D
4
ONE BEER
5
DEEP FRIED FRENZ
6
POO-PUTT PLATTER
7
FILLET-O-RAPPER
8
GUMBO
9
FIG LEAF BI-CARBONATE
10
KON KARNE
11
GUINNESSEZ
FEATURING ANGELIKA & 4IZE
12
KON QUESO
13
RAPP SNITCH KNISHES FEATURING MR. FANTASTIK
14
VOMISTSPIT
15
KOOKIES