Description
“Live From The Styleetron” is the debut studio album by Oakland-based rap group Raw Fusion, consisting of Money B and DJ Fuze. Released on November 12, 1991, by Hollywood BASIC, the album features a blend of Boom Bap, Hardcore Hip-Hop, Ragga HipHop, and Jazzy Hip-Hop styles. The album includes 14 tracks and a guest appearance by a young and emerging 2Pac.
Some notable tracks on the album include “Hip Hip / Stylee Expression,” “Don’t Test,” “Do My Thang,” and “#1 With A Bullet,” featuring 2Pac. The album showcases Raw Fusion’s diverse sound, drawing comparisons to jazz-influenced hip-hop groups like A Tribe Called Quest and De La Soul.
Raw Fusion, a side project of Digital Underground members Money B and DJ Fuze, also features contributions from other Digital Underground members, such as Humpty Hump and Shock G. The album received critical acclaim for its innovative sound and peaked at number 32 on the Billboard Heatseekers charts.
“Live From The Styleetron” is an essential listen for fans of early ’90s hip-hop, offering a unique blend of styles and a glimpse into the early careers of influential artists like Money B, DJ Fuze, and 2Pac.
