Urbanites - Masterpiece Pure Pressure Shock The World

Review by Vishal Ostwal

Album Review: Masterpiece Pure Pressure Shock The World by Urbanites Released in 1998 under Wild West Records, Masterpiece Pure Pressure Shock The World is a gritty yet soulful dive into the golden age of Hip Hop. Hailing from the US, Urbanites crafted an album that feels like a time capsule, capturing both the raw energy and polished creativity of late '90s rap. With production credits split between DJ ICD (Side A) and Circle Of Power (Side B), this project showcases a duality in sound that keeps listeners engaged. One standout track is "Shock The World (Album)." It's not just another boastful anthem; it’s got layers. The beat slaps hard enough to make you rewind, but what sticks with you is the lyricism. Urbanites don’t just talk about making waves—they paint vivid pictures of ambition and resilience. You can tell they poured their all into this one. And yeah, having multiple versions of the same song might seem overkill at first glance, but hearing the acapella version reveals just how tight their delivery really is. No distractions—just pure bars. Then there’s "Pure Pressure (Instrumental)," which deserves its own shoutout. This isn’t just filler material for DJs. The instrumental version strips away the vocals, letting the beat breathe. It’s moody, atmospheric, and kinda hypnotic. If you’re someone who loves dissecting tracks, this cut will have you nodding your head while marveling at the craftsmanship. Wiz1 on mixing duties deserves props here—the transitions are seamless, and every drum hit lands exactly where it should. What makes this album linger in memory isn’t just the technical skill—it’s the vibe. There’s something unpolished yet deeply authentic about it. Sure, some tracks feel repetitive if you listen straight through, but that’s part of the charm. It’s less about perfection and more about passion. Reflecting on Masterpiece Pure Pressure Shock The World, it’s wild to think how albums like this get overshadowed by bigger names from the era. But maybe that’s the point—it wasn’t trying to be mainstream. It was speaking directly to those who “got it.” In a way, it still does. So next time you’re digging through crates or scrolling Spotify for hidden gems, give this one a spin. Who knows? Maybe you'll find yourself rewinding... again and again. Oh, and fun fact: listening to this album feels like finding a forgotten mixtape tucked inside an old jacket pocket. Except instead of being dusty, it somehow sounds fresher than half the stuff dropping today.

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Artist: Urbanites
Album: Masterpiece Pure Pressure Shock The World

Hip Hop

1998

Rating: 4.17

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Pure Pressure (Acapella)
Masterpiece (Instrumental)
Pure Pressure (Instrumental)
Shock The World (Acapella)
Masterpiece
Shock The World (Album)
Shock The World (Instrumental)
Shock The World (Radio)
Pure Pressure (Radio)

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Catalog Numbers

WW 2022-1

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Wild West Records

Listen online

ouvir online
lyssna på nätet
online anhören
online luisteren
ascolta in linea
lytte på nettet
escuchar en línea
écouter en ligne
kuunnella verkossa

Formats

Vinyl
12"

Credits

Role	Credit
Mixed By	Wiz1
Producer	Circle Of Power (tracks: Side B), DJ ICD (tracks: Side A)

Notes

Mixed at The Treehouse, Alhambra, Ca.

About Urbanites

Hip Hop crew from California. MCs (Wayne Guillory) and Kaboom (Brian Bishop) plus Producer/ (Deon Harris).

Name Vars

The Urbanites

Members

Deon Harris
Wayne Guillory
Brian Bishop

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Masterpiece Pure Pressure Shock The World* by Urbanites is a hidden gem from 1998. It showcases some serious versatility in hip-hop production. Side A was handled by DJ ICD, while Side B was crafted by Circle Of Power. What makes it unique? The album includes multiple versions of its tracks—radio edits, instrumentals, and even acapellas. This gave fans a chance to experience the music in different ways, which was pretty innovative for its time. Plus, it all came together under Wild West Records, adding to the underground vibe of the project.