MF DOOM – Operation: Doomsday

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Artist: MF DOOM

Title: Operation: Doomsday

Year: 1999

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Tracklist

  • 1. The Time We Faced Doom (Skit) (2:04)
  • 2. Doomsday (4:58)
  • 3. Rhymes Like Dimes (4:18)
  • 4. The Finest (4:00)
  • 5. Back in the Days (Skit) (0:45)
  • 6. Go with the Flow (3:36)
  • 7. Tick, Tick... (4:04)
  • 8. Red and Gold (4:42)
  • 9. The Hands of Doom (Skit) (1:50)
  • 10. Who You Think I Am? (3:24)
  • 11. Doom, Are You Awake? (Skit) (1:12)
  • 12. Hey! (3:46)
  • 13. Operation: Greenbacks (3:46)
  • 14. The Mic (3:02)
  • 15. The Mystery of Doom (Skit) (0:21)
  • 16. Dead Bent (2:22)
  • 17. Gas Drawls (3:43)
  • 18. ? (3:08)
  • 19. Hero v.s. Villain (Epilogue) (2:58)
  • 1. Dead Bent (12 Version) (3:16)
  • 2. Gas Drawls (12 Version) (3:58)
  • 3. Hey (12 Version) (4:08)
  • 4. Greenbacks (12 Version) (3:57)
  • 5. Go With the Flow (12 Version) (3:43)
  • 6. Go With the Flow (Raw Rhymes) (3:43)
  • 7. I Hear Voices Pt. 1 (12 Version) (2:51)
  • 8. I Hear Voices Pt. 2 (12 Version) (2:07)
  • 9. Tick, Tock (12 Version) (4:24)
  • 10. ? (Extended Raw Rhymes Version) (3:46)
  • 11. Dead Bent (12 Instrumental Version) (3:16)
  • 12. Gas Drawls (12 Instrumental Version) (2:52)
  • 13. Hey! (12 Instrumental Version) (3:55)
  • 14. Greenbacks (12 Instrumental Version) (3:57)
  • 15. The Mic (12 Instrumental Version) (3:03)
  • 16. Red and Gold (12 Instrumental Version) (5:07)
  • 17. I Hear Voices (12 Instrumental Version) (2:54)
  • 18. Doomsday (Instrumental) (4:59)
  • 19. Rhymes Like Dimes (Instrumental) (2:10)
  • 20. The Finest (Instrumental) (4:22)
  • 21. The Hands of Doom (Instrumental) (2:04)
  • 22. Who You Think I Am (Instrumental) (2:10)
  • 23. ? (Instrumental) (2:37)

Review

So, let's dive into the world of MF DOOM and his groundbreaking debut solo album, "Operation: Doomsday.” Bursting onto the scene on October 19, 1999, via Fondle 'Em Records, this album was DOOM's phoenix moment, rising from the ashes of tragedy and reforming after the end of KMD and the loss of his brother, Subroc. With a backdrop fueled by lo-fi production and the distinct vibe of an underground cave, "Operation: Doomsday" marked a memorable chapter in hip-hop history.

Created mostly with an Akai MPC2000, this album dances across genres with its rich, eclectic use of samples. Picture late-80s soul, some smooth-talking jazz, and even your Saturday morning cartoon tunes all carefully crafted into one sonic experience. Hanna-Barbera's "Fantastic Four" and "Scooby-Doo" lend their nostalgic echoes, underscored by sparsely laid percussion that gives the music itself room to breathe. Minimal drums turn the spotlight on funky backdrops, blending and bending quiet storm vibes and hip-hop into an emotional throwback.

Lyrically, "Operation: Doomsday" struts confidently with a clever mix of wit, wordplay, and layered complexity. With schemes tighter than your favorite superhero's spandex, MF DOOM weaves tales of emotional turmoil wrapped in comic book lore. Taking up the supervillain mantle, he peppers his artistry with laughter, angst, and brilliance. Tracks like "Doomsday," "Rhymes Like Dimes," "The Finest," and "Gas Drawls" aren't merely songs; they are showcases of his crafty storytelling and sample wizardry. Add in some skits featuring comic book narratives, and you've got an album that doesn't just play—it encapsulates a world. Real talk; "Operation: Doomsday" is independent hip-hop treasure that vividly tells the tale of artistic rebirth. - Lena

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