Gang Starr - Playtawin Sabotage

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Review by John M. McIlveen

Yo, let’s get into this—Gang Starr's Playtawin Sabotage. Straight fire, no liars. This ain’t your typical polished hip-hop album; it’s raw, gritty, and hits like a punch to the gut. The label? Not On Label (Gang Starr). Yeah, they didn’t need nobody else to bless this masterpiece—it speaks for itself. First up, “Sabotage (LP Version)” is a banger that slaps harder than most tracks out there. Guru’s flow on this? Razor sharp, like he’s slicing through the beat with a machete. DJ Premier’s production? Insane as always—those scratches, that boom-bap drum pattern—it’s vintage Premo doing what he does best. What sticks with me is how the track flips between aggression and smoothness. One second you’re nodding your head, the next you’re straight-up hyped. It’s unpredictable but in the best way possible. Like walking into a fight blindfolded and still coming out winning. Then there’s “Playtawin (DJ Premier Siloquay Mix).” Man, this version just takes things to another level. It’s darker, grittier, almost like DJ Premier went back to the lab and said, “Nah, we need more heat.” The bassline hits you like a truck, and Guru’s rhymes are cold-blooded. He spits bars so sharp they could cut glass. I remember this one ‘cause it feels like a street anthem made for late nights when you’re posted up somewhere sketchy, plotting your next move. It’s not background music—it demands your attention. The rest of the album keeps the energy high: instrumentals that slap, remixes that flip the script, and beats so hard they might crack your speakers. But honestly, it’s those two tracks that stick with me. They’re not perfect—they don’t try to be—but that’s what makes them real. No gimmicks, no fluff, just pure hip-hop. Reflection time: Listening to this album feels like stepping into a time machine where rap was about skill, not streaming numbers. And damn, do we miss that era. Oh, and here’s the kicker—this project reminds me why Gang Starr will always be untouchable. Even if someone tried to clone their vibe, it’d come out sounding fake. These guys didn’t play fair—they rewrote the rules. So yeah, cop this if you can find it. Just don’t blame me when your playlist starts looking weak by comparison.

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Artist: Gang Starr
Album: Playtawin Sabotage

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Playtawin (LP Version)2:50
Playtawin (DJ Premier Siloquay Mix)4:47
Sabotage (DJ Premier Studio Beat)1:30
Sabotage (Extended Instrumental)4:32
Playtawin (Extended Instrumental)5:30
Sabotage (LP Version)2:28
Playtawin (DJ Premier Studio Beat)3:12

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Catalog Numbers

GNGSTR001

Labels

Not On Label (Gang Starr)

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • Unofficial Release

Notes

Remixes from Gang Starr's LP "The Ownerz"

About Gang Starr

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Gang Starr was an East Coast hip hop duo that consisted of the late MC Guru and DJ/producer DJ Premier. Their style combined elements of New York jazz and hip hop. The group was founded by Keith Elam in Boston, Massachusetts in 1985 (then known as Keithy E. The Guru) and DJ 1,2 B-Down (also known as Mike Dee) with various producers, such as Donald D, J.V. Johnson or DJ Mark the 45 King helping out. In 1987 and 1988, Gang Starr released three 12" vinyl singles on the Wild Pitch label. In 1989, the group split and the only member willing to continue under the name Gang Starr was Guru. He soon got in touch with DJ Premier (then known as Waxmaster C) who sent him a beat tape which Guru liked. He invited DJ Premier to join Gang Starr and in that same year they released their first single "Words I Manifest" along with the album No More Mr. Nice Guy (1989). During their career Gang Starr helped pioneer the New York hip hop sound. The entire Gang Starr's catalog, especially Step in the Arena (1991), Daily Operation (1992), Hard to Earn (1994) and Moment of Truth (1998) are well-respected among critics. Their track "Jazz Thing" was featured on the soundtrack to Spike Lee's film Mo' Better Blues.

Real Name

    • Gang Starr

Name Vars

  • Funky Fresh Gangstarr
  • G. Starr
  • Gang Staar
  • Gang Star
  • Gang Starr Productions Inc
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  • Gang-Starr
  • GangStarr
  • Ganga Starr
  • Gangsrarr
  • Gangsta
  • Gangstaar
  • Gangstar
  • Gangstar D
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  • Gangstarr (Guru)
  • Ganstarr
  • Grangstar
  • Guru Productions Inc.
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Members

  • Keith Elam
  • Chris Martin
  • Charles Michael Johnson

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Playtawin Sabotage* by Gang Starr is a raw gem in hip-hop history. It’s not tied to any major label, released independently under Not On Label (Gang Starr). The project gives fans a deep dive into DJ Premier's genius, with multiple versions of the same tracks—like remixes, instrumentals, and studio beats. It’s like peeking into the creative process of one of hip-hop's most iconic duos.