King of Rock

This article is about the album by Run–D.M.C. For the the King of Rock and Roll, see Elvis Presley.

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King of Rock is the second album by hip hop trio Run–D.M.C.. Produced in 1985, the album sees the group adopting a more rock-influenced sound, with several tracks prominently featuring heavy guitar riffs.

The song, King of Rock, is featured on Guitar Hero: Aerosmith, Thrasher: Skate and Destroy and Amplitude. It was certified Gold by the RIAA on June 3rd, 1985. It was certified Platinum by the RIAA on February 19th, 1987.

Background

Though Run-D.M.C.'s original version of "Slow and Low" (recorded as a demo during the sessions for this album) would not be officially released until the 2005 Deluxe edition of King of Rock, a cover version, recorded by the Beastie Boys (who themselves often played a fusion of rap and rock), appeared on the latter's 1986 debut album, Licensed to Ill.

Track listing

1. "Rock The House" – 2:42
2. "King Of Rock" – 5:14
3. "You Talk Too Much" – 5:59
4. "Jam-Master Jammin'" – 4:20
5. "Roots, Rap, Reggae" – 3:12
6. "Can You Rock It Like This" – 4:30
7. "You're Blind" – 5:31
8. "It's Not Funny" – 5:35
9. "Darryl And Joe (Krush-Groove 3)" – 6:39

Deluxe edition bonus tracks

10. "Slow And Low" (Demo) – 4:27
11. "Together Forever (Krush-Groove 4)" (Live) – 3:35
12. "Jam-Master Jammin'" (Remix) – 6:45
13. "King Of Rock" (Live, from Live Aid) – 7:26

References

RIAA Certification for RUN-D.M.C. King of Rock