Live at Tramps, NYC, 1996 LP

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de la Soul's Live at Tramps, NYC, 1996 is a time machine for fans old and new. Recorded on May 16, 1996 at New York's famous Tramps nightclub, the core trio are joined by several guests, including Mos Def, then an unknown property but just about to make his de la debut on Stakes Is High. Common stops by for a pair of tracks, and the Jungle Brothers take the stage for one of the highlights, a reprise of their 1989 single "Buddy." This collection of songs is classic de la Soul: a mixture of thought-provoking lyrics and teenage high jinks. In addition to "Buddy, " it features live performances of "Breakadawn, " "Potholes In My Lawn, " "Me Myself And I" and more.