MF DOOM – MM..FOOD (20th Anniversary)

Description

Originally released in 2004, MF DOOM’s MM..FOOD is hailed as a classic hip-hop album full of inventive production, brilliant 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 albums 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, DOOM 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 DOOMs ability to blend serious themes with his unique, playful lyrical style.

• In celebration of the albums 20th anniversary, MM..FOOD has been repackaged with all new artwork by Sam Rodriguez!
• Produced by MF DOOM, except “One Beer” produced by Madlib, and “Kon Queso produced by PNS of the Molemen.
• Guest features include Count Bass D, Mr Fantastik, Angelika and 4ize.
• QR-activated immersive AR experiences with album artwork.

Sweetart vinyl

Tracklist

1. Beef Rapp
2. Hoe Cakes
3. Potholderz
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 Angelika
12. Kon Queso
13. Rapp Snitch Knishes
14. Vomitspit
15. Kookies