Eminem, Dr. Dré - CD - 1999

1. Eminem – The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)

General Information

Artist: Eminem

Title: The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)

Label: Shady Records / Aftermath Entertainment / Interscope Records

Catalog number: 0602468081500

Format: CD, Album

Year: 2024

Country: US & Europe

Edition: Standard Edition

Genre: Hip Hop

Description

The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce) is the twelfth studio album by American rapper Eminem. Released in the summer of 2024, it is a conceptual project revolving around a final, dramatic showdown between Marshall Mathers and his infamous, controversial alter-ego, Slim Shady. The album addresses themes of aging, cancel culture, and self-reflection, acting as a lyrical battleground where Eminem tries to bury the character that brought him worldwide fame. The record features notable guest appearances from JID, Jelly Roll, White Gold, Big Sean, and Babytron, and includes hit singles like "Houdini" and "Tobey."

Condition

CD: Presumed MINT (unplayed)

Case: Factory-sealed, never opened (cracks on back side)

Notes for collectors

This is the original 2024 worldwide physical release on compact disc. It captures an essential milestone in late-career Eminem lore, serving as a spiritual bookend to the "Slim Shady" narrative that began in 1999. The packaging features the striking artwork of Marshall looking out from a zipped body bag on the front, and laid out in a coffin on the back cover—making it a visually vital centerpiece for any hip-hop collector.

Matrix/Labels

Barcode: 6 02468 08150 0

Label Markings: Shady Records, Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, Goliath Artists logos on back inlay.

2. Dr. Dre – The Chronic (Digitally Remastered / Enhanced CD)

General Information

Artist: Dr. Dre

Title: The Chronic

Label: Death Row Records / Koch Records

Catalog number: D 145517 (Mfd. for BMG Direct)

Format: CD, Album, Enhanced, Remastered

Year: 2001 / 2002

Country: US

Edition: BMG Direct Club Edition / Enhanced Remaster

Genre: Hip Hop (G-Funk)

Description

Originally released in late 1992, The Chronic is the debut solo studio album by American producer and rapper Dr. Dre. It is widely regarded as one of the most influential records in hip-hop history, single-handedly popularizing the West Coast "G-Funk" subgenre characterized by slow, hypnotic funk grooves, heavy basslines, and soulful live instrumentation. The album launched Snoop Dogg into global superstardom and features timeless classics such as "Nuthin' But A 'G' Thang," "Let Me Ride," and "Fuck Wit Dre Day."

Condition

CD: Presumed MINT (unplayed)

Case: Factory-sealed, never opened (original shrink has micro tear)

Notes for collectors

This specific version is a remastered, Enhanced CD re-release distributed under license through Koch Records, manufactured specifically for the BMG Direct music club. Club editions feature unique catalog markings ("D 145517") instead of the standard retail barcode on the back layout, making them a specific variation for completionist collectors. As an "Enhanced CD," it features the classic music video for "Dre Day" viewable on PC/Mac ROM drives.

Matrix/Labels

Barcode (Text space): D 145517 Mfd. for BMG Direct under license.

Label Markings: Death Row Records, Koch Entertainment logos. "Executive Producer: Suge Knight" prominent on back.

3. Eminem – The Slim Shady LP

General Information

Artist: Eminem

Title: The Slim Shady LP

Label: Aftermath Entertainment / Interscope Records / Web Entertainment

Catalog number: 490 287-2 (IND-90287)

Format: CD, Album

Year: 1999

Country: Europe (Made in the EU)

Edition: Early European Pressing

Genre: Hip Hop

Description

The Slim Shady LP is the major-label debut album by Eminem, released in early 1999 under Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment. The album introduced the world to Eminem's sadistic, dark-humored alter ego, Slim Shady. Blending hyper-vivid, controversial storytelling with complex rhyme structures, the album became a massive commercial and critical triumph. Produced largely by Dr. Dre, the Bass Brothers, and Eminem himself, it features legendary tracks like "My Name Is," "Guilty Conscience," and "Rock Bottom," winning a Grammy Award for Best Rap Album.

Condition

CD: Presumed MINT (unplayed)

Case: Factory-sealed, never opened (cracks on back side and spine)

Notes for collectors

This is an authentic early European market pressing featuring the classic original 20-track listing. Notable identification points include the text "Made in the EU" on the top right of the back cover, alongside European price/distribution codes (UN 540, LC 06406) located beneath the barcode. For European collectors, this represents the definitive early CD artifact of Eminem's mainstream breakthrough.

Matrix/Labels

Barcode: 6 06949 02872 5

Label Markings: Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, and Web Entertainment logos on the back inlay.

4. Eminem – The Marshall Mathers LP

General Information

Artist: Eminem

Title: The Marshall Mathers LP

Label: Aftermath Entertainment / Interscope Records / Goliath Artists / Web Entertainment

Catalog number: 0694906292

Format: CD, Album

Year: 2000

Country: US

Edition: Standard US First Pressing (with Hype Sticker)

Genre: Hip Hop

Description

Released in May 2000, The Marshall Mathers LP is the monumental third studio album by Eminem. Selling over 1.76 million copies in its first week in the US alone, it became one of the fastest-selling studio albums in music history. The record serves as a introspective, highly aggressive response to the sudden immense fame, media scrutiny, and public outrage generated by his previous record. It features defining cultural anthems like "Stan" (featuring Dido), "The Way I Am," and "The Real Slim Shady."


Condition

CD: Presumed MINT (unplayed)

Case: Factory-sealed, never opened (cracks and tear on front side, see pics)

Notes for collectors

This is a highly sought-after standard US market pressing, still fully sealed with its original black hype sticker affixed directly to the front shrink-wrap ("Featuring: 'The Real Slim Shady,' 'Criminal' and 'Marshall Mathers' 069490629-1/2/4"). Finding pristine, factory-sealed US copies of this landmark album with intact hype stickers is becoming increasingly difficult, making it an excellent investment-grade piece for hip-hop archives.

Matrix/Labels

Barcode: 6 06949 06292 7

Label Markings: Manufactured and distributed in the United States by Universal Music & Video Distribution. Aftermath, Interscope, Goliath Artists, and Web Entertainment logos present.