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Select Records
In 1985, Select Records dropped UTFO’s seminal Roxanne, Roxanne. The song was extremely popular and launched a litany of comeback records (among the first ever on wax). One of those records established one of the first solo female MCs, Roxanne Shante. As UTFO faded, Select continued to release hits from several other influential artists, including Kid N Play (whose roles in the classic House Party movies helped take hip-hop to the mainstream) and Chubb Rock who differentiated himself by wearing his college pedigree on his sleeve. Here are some of the most memorable releases from Select:
Roxanne, Roxanne – UTFO
The Real Roxanne – The Real Roxanne and UTFO
Just Buggin’ – Whistle
Rollin’ With Kid N Play – Kid N Play
Treat ‘Em Right – Chubb Rock
Previously: #20 Rakwus Records, #19 Loud Records
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