JD Ranks10 - Cruisin Yardi Style

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Review by Abigail Jerwood

Cruisin Yardi Style by JD Ranks10: A Raw, Unfiltered Ride Through 1988 Hip Hop Man, let me tell ya—this album is like a time machine straight to the late '80s. Cruisin Yardi Style by JD Ranks10 isn’t just another hip-hop record; it’s a vibe, a mood, a whole lifestyle wrapped up in bass-heavy beats and thug rap grit. The genre mashup here—thug rap, ragga hip-hop, and bass music—is wild enough to keep your head nodding but raw enough to feel real. And yeah, it came out in ’88, so you know this thing has that old-school authenticity dripping off every track. Now, let’s talk tracks. First up, there’s “Cruisin Yardi Style (Vocal).” This one hits different. It’s got this swaggering flow with lyrics that scream confidence and street smarts. Jeffery Daily killed it on the writing—every line feels personal, like he’s spitting his truth right into your ear. You can almost picture yourself posted up somewhere, windows down, cruising through the neighborhood while this plays loud as hell. Eric Griffin’s production? Chef’s kiss. He layers these gritty drums with melodic undertones that somehow make the whole thing smooth yet edgy. Like, how do you even pull that off? Then there’s the instrumental version of “Cruisin Yardi Style.” If you’re someone who digs beats for days, this cut will slap you upside the head (in a good way). Without vocals, the basslines take center stage, hitting you deep in your chest. I swear, this track makes you wanna drive faster or at least pretend you’re in some lowrider competition. Dave Hardy and Sam Saferstein did some next-level engineering work here because everything sounds crisp without losing that analog warmth. Every horn hit, every drum kick—it’s all perfection. What really sticks with me about this project is its honesty. Back then, artists weren’t trying to fit cookie-cutter molds. They made what they felt, no gimmicks. Listening to this album feels like stepping into JD Ranks10’s world—a place where life moves fast, and the music keeps pace. Sherman Nealy clearly had vision as the executive producer, trusting the team to bring something authentic to the table. Here’s the kicker though—listening to this now, decades later, it’s kinda crazy how timeless it feels. Sure, the tech might be dated, but the heart? That’s forever. Makes me wonder if JD Ranks10 knew back then they were crafting something people would still vibe with today. Or maybe they didn’t care—they were just making music for the moment. Either way, props to them. So yeah, if you’re into hip-hop history or just looking for an album that’ll transport you to another era, give Cruisin Yardi Style a spin. Just don’t blame me when you start slow-rolling through your block like you own the place.

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Artist: JD Ranks10
Album: Cruisin Yardi Style
Rating: 3.5

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Download

Filename: jd-ranks10-cruisin-yardi-style.zip
  • MP3 size: 28.4 mb
  • FLAC size: 218 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Cruisin Yardi Style (Vocal)4:20
Vocal4:20
Instrumental4:20
Cruisin Yardi Style (Instrumental)4:20

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Catalog Numbers

SUI-901

Labels

  • Straight Up Records
  • Straight Up

Listen online

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 12"
  • 33 ⅓ RPM
  • Promo

Companies

RoleCompany
Distributed ByMusic Specialists
Phonographic Copyright (p)Music Specialists, Inc.
Copyright (c)Music Specialists, Inc.
Published ByMusic Specialists Publishing

Credits

RoleCredit
Arranged ByEric Griffin
Mixed ByEric Griffin
ProducerEric Griffin
EngineerDave Hardy, Sam Saferstein
Executive-ProducerSherman Nealy
Written-ByJeffery Daily

Notes

  • Publisher: Music Specialists Pub. Inc/Candy Griff Music, Inc. BMI
  • © ℗ 1988 Music Specialists, Inc.
  • Dist. by: Music Specialists Miami, Fla.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side A Label): SUI-901-A
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B Label): SUI-901-B
  • Rights Society: BMI

About JD Ranks10

Real Name

    • Jeffery Daily

Name Vars

  • J.D. Ranks-10
  • JD Ranks-10

Aliases

  • Jeffery Daily

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Cruisin Yardi Style* by JD Ranks10 is a hidden gem from 1988 that blends Thug Rap, Ragga HipHop, and Bass Music. What makes it stand out? Nearly all the tracks were shaped by one key figure—Eric Griffin. He wasn’t just the producer; he also handled arranging and mixing duties. It’s like the whole vibe of the album runs through his creative fingerprint. And get this—it was released under Straight Up Records, a label tied to executive producer Sherman Nealy, who helped bring this unique sound to life. Not your typical hip-hop release, for sure.