Release Date: 05/12/2023Format: LPLabel: Get On Down – GET 51320, Profile Records – 88985373851, Arista Release type: Reissued Vinyl LP Pressing Released in 1988, Tougher Than Leather followed Run-DMC’s massively successful third album Raising Hell and furthered their innovative, aggressive, and hard-hitting sound that defined the hip-hop scene of the 1980s. From the incredible lead single, “Run’s House” to their cover of The Monkee’s “Mary, Mary,” Tougher Than Leather features a slew of incredible hits and is essential listening for any fan of classic hip-hop. Tougher Than Leather blends Run-DMC’s infectious, charismatic flows and heavily sample-based production with hard-hitting raps, soaring choruses, and rapid-fire delivery. Stand out tracks include “Run’s House,” “I’m Not Going Out Like That,” as well as “Beats to the Rhyme,” a story-based cut that stands as an anthem to hip-hop. Run's House Mary, Mary They Call Us Run-D.M.C Beats to the Rhyme Radio Station Papa Crazy Tougher Than Leather I'm Not Going Out Like That How'd Ya Do It Dee Miss Elaine Soul to Rock and Roll Ragtime
