SouthernUnderground

Coalmine Records, 2 X emerald, cobalt and lemonade translucent colored vinyl LP Album

Coalmine Reissues in partnership with Stunning English are pleased to announce this special Record Store Day vinyl reissue of CunninLynguists’ acclaimed sophomore LP,
SouthernUnderground, marking the first time that the album has ever been reissued on wax. Originally released in April of 2003, the album is a masterclass in Southern hip-hop that artfully balances lyricism, storytelling, and soulful production. The trio—consisting of Deacon the Villain, Kno, and at the time Mr. SOS—carves a niche in the Southern rap landscape with a sound that's deeply rooted in the region's musical traditions while pushing the boundaries of the genre. From the outset, tracks like "Southernunderground" and "Dying Nation" showcase Kno’s eclectic production, blending soulful samples, live instrumentation, and organic boom-bap beats. The production style complements Deacon and SOS’s sharp lyricism, adding depth to the album's social commentary on race, poverty, and politics. One of the album’s standout features is its impeccable balance between introspection and wit. Songs like "Love Ain’t" offer a somber

TRACKLIST:

Side A:
A1. Intro
A2. SouthernUnderground
A3. The South
A4. Love Ain’t (feat. Tonedeff)
A5. Rain
Side B:
B1. Doin Alright
B2. Interlude One
B3. Old School
B4. Season (feat. Masta Ace)
Side C:
C1. Nasty Filthy (feat. Supastition, Cashmere The PRO)
C2. Falling Down
C3. Sunrise/Sunset
C4. Interlude Two
Side D:
D1. Appreciation (Remix) feat. Cashmere The PRO
D2. Dying Nation
D3. War
D4. Karma