Flashback Friday: Erykah Badu and Snoop Dogg

The weekend is upon us, let’s celebrate with some throwbacks.


Here’s another one from Georgia Mae fan @artblt over on Twitter:

Erykah Badu, Baduizm (1997)


Edd said: In the late 90s, Erykah Badu was like the second coming of Billie Holiday. Artists like D’Angelo and The Roots certainly blazed the trail, but Badu provided the fuel to launch the neo-soul movement to the mainstream. Arguably, Baduizm is Badu’s best work. Nearly every track was either released as a single or has since been sampled by other artists, meaning it’s still influencing music today. And personally, Baduizm ranks among my all-time favorite albums. Great pick, @artblt!





Also check out:
“4 Leaf Clover”
“Next Lifetime”


Here’s what’s in Edward’s ears:

Snoop Dogg, Doggystyle (1993)


Edd said: It’s not hyperbole when I say that Doggstyle might have been the most anticipated rap release of all time. After Snoop’s head turning performances on Dr. Dre’s The Chronic, fans and critics alike were clamoring for a solo release. Usually with great anticipation comes great disappointment, but not this time – the rookie Dogg exceeded expectations and had fans from coast to coast singing his name. Snoop might be a caricature of himself these days, but in ’93, Snoop was unstoppable.





Also check out:
“Doggy Dogg World”
“Gin and Juice”


Now, it’s your turn. Email edward@soulinstereo.com, hit us up on Twitter @etbowser or @writeousbabe, or stop by the comments section and share your Flashback Friday album. Leave a couple of sentences describing what makes it so great. We’ll feature your album on the blog.